Assignment task: Student development theories aide student affairs professionals in understanding the developmental milestones of traditional college students. Student development theories examine the physical, emotional/social, and intellectual/cognitive development that takes place in late adolescence.
Using Chickering's seven vectors theory, Perry's theory of cognitive development, Kohlberg's theory of moral development, and Park's theory of faith development, create a 250-500 word quick reference chart or graphic organizer that addresses the following:
A. Define the main characteristics of each theory.
B. Describe developmental milestones of traditional college students as defined by each theory.
C. Provide examples of how each theory applies to the field of higher education student affairs.