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Teen Initiative Project Guidelines

The PSYC1322 individual assignment, led by instructor Tessa Alexander, requires students to develop a teen initiative on one of five specified topics, such as suicide help resources or healthy relationships. Students must submit a written rationale with three supporting reasons for their initiative's effectiveness, along with promotional materials like posters or a TikTok video. The assignment is due on April 8th, 2024, and should reference at least three academic sources in APA format.
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Teen Initiative Project Guidelines

The PSYC1322 individual assignment, led by instructor Tessa Alexander, requires students to develop a teen initiative on one of five specified topics, such as suicide help resources or healthy relationships. Students must submit a written rationale with three supporting reasons for their initiative's effectiveness, along with promotional materials like posters or a TikTok video. The assignment is due on April 8th, 2024, and should reference at least three academic sources in APA format.
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PSYC1322

Instructor: Tessa Alexander


Individual Assignment

Weight of Assignment: 20%

Due Date: April 8th, 2024

PLEASE SUBMIT ON BRIGHTSPACE (due at 6:30pm).

Content:
Develop an initiative for teens, their schools or their parents for one of the following
topics

TOPIC OPTIONS:
OPTION 1: Suicide Help Resources
OPTION 2: Nutrition & Exercise Healthy Food Relationships
OPTION 3: Career Exploration
OPTION 4: Healthy Relationships
OPTION 5: Healthy Media Use

HOW TO PRESENT IT:


There are two things to be submitted.
ONE: A written response where you write up your rationale and at least 3 reasons why
your promotional initiative will work for teens.
TWO: Your promotional initiative material must also be submitted. Include an
example of your promotional initiative. Your promotional initiative might be posters to
hang in the hallways, a TikTok trend or an in class presentation. Include the promotional
initiative materials in your submission (i.e., if TikTok Trend, include a TikTok video of
yourself, if an in class presentation, include the slides to support how you would present
it).

Format:
Please rely on the relevant readings in the textbook and information taught in lecture for
your assignment. Rely on at least 3 academic sources for your work.

Be sure to use APA references throughout your written work and/or presentation.

Grading:
A rubric can be found on Brightspace

Common questions

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Challenges include resistance due to perceived loss of social connectivity and entertainment. These can be addressed by promoting balanced media use with schedules, parental controls, and educational resources that outline the benefits of moderated media use .

Using at least three academic sources ensures the initiative is grounded in evidence-based practices, increasing its effectiveness and credibility by incorporating well-researched strategies that have been peer-reviewed .

This reliance ensures students integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, allowing them to draw connections between what they learn in class and real-world applications, thereby enhancing understanding and retention .

Effective engagement methods could include interactive workshops, social media campaigns using platforms familiar to both teens and parents, and accessible informational sessions that highlight mutual benefits of healthy habits for the family .

The assignment requires students to submit two key components: a written rationale detailing why the initiative will work for teens with at least three reasons, and the promotional materials themselves, such as a TikTok video or presentation slides .

The choice of format affects engagement by aligning with teens' media consumption habits; for example, TikTok videos might reach a wider audience due to its popularity among teens, whereas posters could be more effective in school settings where students are present physically .

The due date, April 8th, 2024, helps students manage their time effectively, ensuring there is ample time for research, creation of materials, and reviewing for submission by 6:30 PM .

Pros include direct engagement with students, opportunities for real-time feedback, and the ability to tailor messages to the audience. Cons may involve logistical challenges, limited reach compared to online formats, and potential issues with maintaining student interest over time .

Schools can integrate career exploration by including interactive career fairs, workshops with industry professionals, and project-based learning that aligns with students' interests and the demands of modern job markets .

Academic sources should be cited to back key claims and provide evidence for the effectiveness of proposed strategies, ensuring the initiative is informed by current research and best practices as demanded by the assignment guidelines .

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