Using the task analysis breakdown from the above categories, create lesson plans that clearly outline the step-by-step procedures for each task selected. The lesson plans should each contain the following components at a minimum:

Review the psychological and cognitive theories. Conduct a task analysis for two of the following tasks. Choose one of the following from the Physical Tasks list and one from the Academic Tasks list. In order to correctly task-analyze the procedures below, the student should perform the task and document each individual step using specific details.

(1) Physical Tasks

(a) Tying a shoe.

(b) Jumping rope.

(2) Academic Tasks

(a) Solving a two-digit addition math problem.

(b) Decoding the word dog.

ii) Using the task analysis breakdown from the above categories, create lesson plans that clearly outline the step-by-step procedures for each task selected. The lesson plans should each contain the following components at a minimum:

(1) Objective (the academic objective needs to be directly connected to state academic standards, but the physical objective does not).

(2) Materials needed to teach the lesson.

(3) Clear step-by-step directions/procedures.

(4) An assessment of learning that is clearly described.

iii) Using the lesson plan created, teach the above two tasks to a younger family member or child of a friend and compare which was easier for the child to learn. Create a table that compares the two lessons.

iv) Write a 1250-1500-word essay explaining the following:

(1) The psychological/cognitive theorists relating to the task analysis (support all of your claims and observations with solid references and details).

(2) The task analysis process, its pros/cons, and how you used it for each step of this activity,

(3) Your observations of the effectiveness of your lesson plan as it relates to the success (or failure) of the lesson with the learner(s).

(4) Three self-suggestions for improving the process.

v) Use standard essay format in APA style, including an introduction, conclusion, and title page. An abstract is not required. Cite in-text and in the References section.

vi) Include copies of your two lesson plans. The lesson plans do not count towards the total minimum word count for the paper and should be placed in the appendix of your paper.