S03 Human Growth and Development I

Directions: Be sure to save an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling, and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) double‐spaced pages; refer to the “Format Requirementsʺ page located at the beginning of this learning guide for specific format requirements.

Respond to the items below.

Part A

Consider the lifespan development process and describe the following changes in the infant from content supported in your text.

• Physical changes
• Cognitive changes
• Nutritional needs/changes
• Sensory changes

Part B

Provide an explanation of the nature/nurture controversy as it pertains to each of the following.

• Prenatal Development
• Labor
• Birth
• Birth Complications
• Development of the Competent Newborn

Assignment Format

Format Requirements

Use the following format requirements on all submissions.

Writing Style		APA (American Psychological Association)
Note: To find detailed information on APA manuscript style guidelines on the Internet, go to www.apastyle.org.
Margins		1” all sides
Paragraphs		The entire document should be double-spaced on standard-sized paper (8.5″ x 11″)
Headings		Bold
Type Style and Size		Times New Roman, 12 point
Software		MS Word

Student/Assignment Information

The following information should be on the first page on the top left side of the page in the format provided below. Do not provide a cover sheet (unless the assignment requires one).

		Student Name
		Student Identification Number
		Course Number and Title
		Assignment Number and Title
		Date of Submission