Instructions:
Combining internet research and critical thinking to reveal milestones and identify concerns for the aging brain, you will write an essay to demonstrate your understanding of this essential life organ. Select any two ages you would like to learn more about for this assignment, then:
- Compare and contrast the brain for two different ages; for example, at two years of age and at nine years of age
- Be sure to also summarize abilities and/or possible effects of age for each of the age groups you are comparing.
Step 1: Research.
Conduct research to identify what brain functioning looks like for the ages you’ve selected. It is recommended that you conduct research through our Online Library (Link will open in new tab.) or use a scholarly internet search. Wikipedia is not allowed and you will need to include at least two different sources; do not rely on the same website for all your information.
Step 2: Write.
Once you have conducted your research, write a two to a three-page essay discussing your findings. Your response should be in a Word document, written in APA format (12-point font, double spaced), and supported by research and in-text citations.
Rubric attached below: