Module 7 Discussion Forum: Emerging Adulthood- "To Believe or Not to Believe"
Prompt
Dr. Jeffrey Arnett provides a rational explanation for the concept of “Emerging Adulthood” in this video: Why does it take so long to grow up today? | Jeffrey Jensen Arnett | TEDxPSU; while Dr. Meg Jay opposes this idea in this video. Why 30 is not the new 20 | Meg Jay.
For this Written Discussion assignment, you will review both videos and discuss which argument you side with the most OR if you find yourself agreeing with both. Please ensure you provide an explanation for your response.
- Understand the concept of emerging adulthood and how it differs from adolescence (C.O. #2).
- Understand how culture plays a role in early adulthood development (C.O. #3).
In a post below, respond to the following prompt. Then, you must respond to (2) of your classmates' posts. After you post a response, you will be able to see other responses. You are not required to post more than once, but feel free to respond to other posts and engage with your classmates.
Your first post is due on Wednesday by 11:59 pm CST. Your response to other students is due on Sunday by 11:59 pm CST. Both responses (initial and peer) should be at least 150 words long. This includes responses to other students' posts. A simple “I agree” “Yes” or “LOL” will not count. Please think about the questions and your peers' responses and reply thoughtfully and courteously, according to netiquette rules. Use good English grammar, correct punctuation, and complete sentences. While the posts will mostly be judged by their thoughtfulness and completeness, I reserve the right to take off points for grammatical errors, especially if they interfere with the clarity of the post.