Purple+Week+1


 * Post here if you are assigned to the PURPLE  discussion group this week. **
 * Post here if your name falls between Martin, M. and Walker, A. **

Consistent with our readings and discussions for this first week of class related to the foundational concepts of youth development, I'd like you to consider the following two (2) questions.

1. Based on your reading and your own personal experiences - what are the factors, conditions, or environments that best promote positive youth development? Be specific, and try to connect these with examples from the readings and your own experiences working with youth.

2. A classic quote by Karen Pittman (2000) that has been used in youth development contexts is "problem free is not fully prepared." What do you think this means? Is it possible for young people to be problem-free? What do you think it means for youth to be "fully-prepared"? Do you have any experiences that you might share that support or contradict these quotes?

Focus in this first round of posts on developing a response based on class readings, personal experiences, and any outside sources that you choose to bring in to the discussion. Acknowledge outside sources at the end of your post, and if you find any direct links to information or sources that support your positions, include these at the end of your post as well. **Post your initial responses to these questions by Friday, January 20 at 7:00 a.m. and follow-up responses by Saturday, January 21 at 7:00 a.m. to receive full credit.**