Vygotsky

What is the main idea of Lev Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory of Cognitive Development?

• Children learn best in isolation.

• Social learning precedes cognitive development.

• Cognitive development is solely based on biological factors.

• Cognitive development is independent of social interaction.

What does the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) refer to?

• The range of tasks a child can perform without any social interaction.

• The range of tasks a child cannot perform at all.

• The range of tasks a child can perform with guidance.

• The range of tasks a child can perform independently.

Who is considered a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO) in Vygotsky's theory?

• A person with more skill in the task.

• A person who does not interact with the child.

• A person with less skill in the task.

• A peer with the same skill level.

What is the role of scaffolding in Vygotsky's theory?

• To discourage the child from attempting new tasks.

• To replace the need for a More Knowledgeable Other.

• To offer temporary support until the child can perform independently.

• To provide permanent support to the child.

According to Vygotsky, how do children use new information?

• They discard it if it doesn't fit their current knowledge.

• They memorize it without understanding.

• They ignore it.

• They organize it into existing mental schemas.

What is a major contribution of Vygotsky's theory?

• Emphasizing the biological basis of cognitive development.

• Acknowledging the social component in cognitive development.

• Disregarding cultural influences on development.

• Focusing solely on individual learning processes.

What is the significance of social interaction in Vygotsky's theory?

• It is considered a hindrance to cognitive development.

• It is seen as a secondary factor to biological growth.

• It is crucial for advancing cognitive development.

• It is only important in adult learning.

Which educational theorist identified the zone of proximal development?

• Bandura

• Dewey

• Piaget

• Vygotsky

Explain the concept of scaffolding in relation to Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development.

• Scaffolding is a term used to describe the process of building actual physical scaffolds in the classroom.

• Scaffolding provides the necessary support for a child to complete tasks within their Zone of Proximal Development.

• Scaffolding is not related to Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development.

• Scaffolding refers to the process of removing support from a child as they develop new skills.

Give an example of how a teacher can apply Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development in the classroom.

• By only focusing on tasks that are already within the students' current level of understanding or ability

• By providing scaffolding and support to students as they work on tasks just beyond their current level of understanding or ability.

• By giving students tasks that are too easy for them to complete

• By not providing any support or scaffolding to students