Select one sub-topic from this module** on Developmental Contexts about which you will write a brief essay addressing the prompt below.

**Sub-topic options include:

• Families
• Schools & Achievement
• Religion & Spirituality
• Peers & Romantic Relationships
• Media & Technology
• Poverty & Socioeconomic Status

*** the readings that related to each sub-topic are included in the file named “readings for each sub-topic”(I have uploaded below), you may only need to read the readings that related to the sub-topic you select.

This is a brief essay. You may structure it as you see fit and are reminder to fully respond to each item.

What you need to do is to:

1. In your own words, briefly explain the significance of the following quotation about the “autumnal” nature of a father (or any parent) and their relationship to their children:
   • They are his for a brief and passing season, and in a very short while they will be operating gadgets which he does not understand and cockily talking a language to which he has no clue. -Margaret Mead And Keep Your Powder Dry
2. Relate this to one of the sub-topics from this module (see list above).
3. Share a relevant personal/anecdotal story. How does this story represent this topic? Does it follow the expected outcomes as described within this module? Why/why not?
4. Critically reflect on the nature of class and education implied within this quotation. Discuss how/why the gaps between generations may be widened with greater access, information, and/or resources within adolescence.