Wood et al. 1976

What is a schema in Piaget's theory of cognitive development?

•  A physical object used for learning
  
  

• A mental framework for organizing thoughts
  
  

• A type of language development
  
  

• A cultural factor affecting cognitive growth

What term describes the process of incorporating new information into an existing schema according to Piaget?

• Accommodation

• Assimilation

• Egocentrism

•  Conservation

. At what age range does the Sensorimotor stage occur in Piaget's theory?

• 0–2 years

• 3–6 years

• 7–11 years
  
  

• . 11–adult

What concept is associated with the Pre-operational stage in Piaget's theory?

• Conservation

• Egocentrism

• Object permanence

• Abstract thinking

. According to Vygotsky, what is the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)?

• A stage in Piaget's theory
  
  

• A mental framework for learning

• A social and cultural influence

• . A developmental disorder

How does Vygotsky suggest children learn in the Zone of Proximal Development?

• Through physical interactions

• Through independent exploration

• . Through interaction with a knowledgeable other

• Through abstract thinking

What was the task used in Wood et al.'s study to investigate children's response to tutoring?

• Drawing a picture

• Solving math problems

• Memorizing a list of words

• Putting together a wooden pyramid
  
  

According to Wood et al.'s study, what is the key concept demonstrated by older children needing less help?

• Egocentrism

• Assimilation

• Scaffolding

• Conservation

What does the term "scaffolding" refer to in the context of Wood et al.'s study?

• A building structure

•  A cognitive development stage

• Providing support to learners based on their needs

• A form of educational assessment

Which age group in Wood et al.'s study needed the tutor to show them how to complete the task rather than providing verbal instruction?

• Youngest children

• Middle age group

• Eldest group

• All age groups equally