Piaget’s Cognitive Developmental Theory
PSYCH 410: Observation Paper Rubric
This rubric functions as a guide for how to complete this assignment. It is strongly recommended that you review this document prior to beginning your paper. Papers should be no longer than 4 double-spaced pages.
You will conduct an observation of an infant, middle child, or adolescent from the movie Inside Out. You will synthesize your observations from the film with developmental theory Piaget’s Cognitive development theory and peer-reviewed research into a coherent paper (4 pages double spaced).
Film: Pixar movie Inside Out
Development Theory: Piaget’s Cognitive Developmental Theory
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| Introduction |
| Descriptive information about the child (age, sex, ethnicity, language(s) spoken, family structure, etc.). Descriptive information about observation method (timing, location, interaction with child – speculation on how interactions influenced child’s behavior). |
Below Expectations (+0-2)
Score: _____/5
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| Biological Development |
| 1. Observed behaviors are described.
2. Integration of at least 3 developmental concepts, theory, and research (e.g., motor skills, how movement is used to accomplish tasks, coordination, nutrition, growth patterns, secondary sex characteristics, etc.).
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Excellent work (+9-10)
Average work (+5-8)
Below Expectations (+0-4)
Score: _____/10
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| Cognitive Development |
| 1. Observed behaviors are described.
2. Integration of at least 3 developmental concepts, theory, and research (e.g., Piaget stage, assimilation/accommodation, zone of proximal development, memory, language, communication, etc.).
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Excellent work (+9-10)
Average work (+5-8)
Below Expectations (+0-4)
Score: _____/10
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| Emotional Development |
| 1. Observed behaviors are described.
2. Integration of at least 3 developmental concepts, theory, and research (e.g., emotional expression and regulation, motivation, social interactions/attachment, self-concept, Erikson’s stage, etc.). |
Excellent work (+9-10)
Average work (+5-8)
Below Expectations (+0-4)
Score: _____/10
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| Conclusions |
| Hypothesize how the child’s development has been impacted by cultural variables, considering both the (a) child’s cultural identities and (b) Bronfenbrenner’s ecological model. |
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