Assignment: Developmental Disability Limitations
Age Group:Children inElementary School
(Choose Nigeria as a case study)
Part 2
• Consider at least two benefits and two drawbacks of digital technology related to the topic problem and group you selected
• Search the Internet and the Walden library for articles that focus on the benefits and drawbacks of digital technology related to the topic problem and the developmental group that you selected
Write a 3-page paper (not including title page and references) in which you:
• Explain two benefits of the digital technology related to the topic problem you selected and why you believe these to be beneficial for the group you selected.
• Explain two drawbacks or limitations of the digital technology related to the topic problem you selected and why you believe these to be risks for the group you selected.
Part 3
• Search the Internet and the Walden library for articles related to digital technology and strategies to address the topic problem you selected.
• Consider how these strategies might bring about positive social change for the group you selected.
Write a 3-page paper (not including title page and references) in which you
• Develop 3 strategies for mitigation and explain how each strategy might support mitigation of the topic problem. Describe how digital technology is relevant to your mitigation strategies. Use your research to support your explanation.
• Explain how the strategies might bring about positive social change.
Use your Learning Resources and the articles you found in your search to support your findings. Use proper APA format and citations.
PROJECT
For this Project: Mitigation Plan Assignment:
Your Project should consist of a 8-page paper (excluding title page and reference page) and a 5-slidePowerPoint presentation.
Your paper integrates Parts 1, 2, and 3 into the 8 page cohesive document. At a minimum, the Project Assignment should include information that:
• Defines the topic problem
• Describes the developmental age group and relevant diversity factors
• Explains developmental and psychological risks associated with failure to address the topic problem
• Illustrates the role of digital technology (both benefits and drawbacks) as part of the topic problem and/or mitigation plan
• Documents several strategies to mitigate the topic problem
• Addresses the positive social change implications
Provide scholarly support for your statements and assertions. Be sure that you use proper APA form and style for your text, citations, and references.
The PowerPoint slides should address the following (one slide for each):
1. The Issue/Topic Problem and Developmental Age Group/Diversity Factors
2. The Role of Digital Technology
3. Digital Technology Benefits and Drawbacks
4. Mitigation Plan
5. Positive Social Change Implications for your Group
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
Required Readings Resources
Bernicot, J., Goumi, A., Bert-Erboul, A., &Volckaert-Legrier, O. (2014). How do skilled and less-skilled spellers write text messages? A longitudinal study. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 30(6), 559-576. DOI: 10.1111/jcal.12064
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Blackwell, C. K., Lauricella, A. R., Conway, A., & Wartella, E. (2014). Children and the internet: Developmental implications of web site preferences among 8- to 12-year-old children. Journal of Broadcasting & Electronic Media, 58(1), 1-20. DOI: 10.1080/08838151.2013.875022
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Kim, D., & Blankenship, R. J. (2013). Using Second Life as a virtual collaborative tool for preservice teachers seeking English for speakers of other languages endorsement. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 48(1), 19-43. DOI: 10.2190/EC.48.1.b
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Lerner, C., & Barr, R. (2014). Screen sense: Setting the record straight. Research-based guidelines for screen use for children under 3 years old.
Wood, C., Kemp, N., & Waldron, S. (2014). Exploring the longitudinal relationships between the use of grammar in text messaging and performance on grammatical tasks. British Journal of Developmental Psychology, 32(4), 415-429. DOI: 10.1111/bjdp.12049
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Rose, I., & Waite, L. (2012). Editorial and commentary: Mediating disability in the digital era: Disability, technology and equality. Journal of Research in Special Educational Needs, 12(4), 189-191. DOI: 10.111/j.1471-3802-2012-01259.x
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases
Livingstone, S., Mascheroni, G., Dreier, M., Chaudron, S. and Lagae, K. (2015). How parents of young children manage digital devices at home: The role of income, education and parental style. London: EU Kids Online, LSE.
Optional Resources
Cooper, J., Yager, C., & Chrysler, S. T. (2011). Technical report: Investigation of the effects of texting while driving. Southwest Region University Transportation Center: Texas A&M University.