Briefly introduce the research topic and explain its relation to the FLE content area.Provide and define key terms.

FMST 490 Family and Human Services Capstone
DEPARTMENT of FAMILY STUDIES and COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
TOWSON UNIVERSITY

Presentation Outline

General Guidelines
Use a variety of references to address each item below. Maintain an outline style with responses using sentences or annotated references to support each item. Provide a reference with an annotation if providing material from a source or cite and provide a reference list for your statements from scholarly sources. Students who present early have the option of submitting their final PowerPoint presentation or the outline from their PowerPoint. A minimum of 10 peer reviewed journal articles are required. Below are specific issues that need to be addressed:

Briefly introduce the research topic and explain its relation to the FLE content area

Provide and define key terms.

Include a lifespan/developmental perspective on the topic. Some topics may be relevant to a range of developmental periods; while others may be especially relevant to just one developmental period. Provide theory and/or terminology and define.

Discuss at least one other theory that may be beneficial in understanding the topic. Explain.

Discuss relevant policy on the topic.

Include a summary of best practices for educating and facilitating change. This could include research that indicates appropriate content, program structure and/or pedagogy.