Physical, cognitive, social and emotional development (should be detailed since you are only covering one topic per age group- there is a list below). When selecting a topic, pick

1. Most aspects of development are clearly influenced by both nature and nurture. Thinking specifically about physical growth and development, describe at least one way in which nature influences development, and at least one way in which nurture influences development.
2. Some aspects of development seem to follow universal patterns of change, whereas other aspects show great diversity across individuals. Describe at least one aspect of development that seems to follow a universal pattern and at least one aspect of development that reflects diversity across individuals.
3. Mr. Rivera is a teacher who adheres largely to behaviorist and social learning perspectives in his classroom. Describe at least three different things he might do in his classroom that would be consistent with these perspectives. 4. Although Jimmy is generally a good math student, he is having a great deal of trouble with word problems. His teacher, Ms. Marx, wonders how she can best help him. Which theoretical perspective would you recommend that Ms. Marx use as an aid for thinking about how to help Jimmy: a biological, behaviorist, or cognitive-process approach? Justify your answer.