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Contessa Stewart
on Dec 26, 2024Verified
Which theorist developed the concept of the zone of proximal development?
A) Freud
B) Erikson
C) Bronfenbrenner
D) Vygotsky
Zone of Proximal Development
A concept developed by Vygotsky describing the difference between what a learner can do without help and what they can achieve with guidance and encouragement from a skilled partner.
Theorist
An individual who formulates theories or is versed in the development of abstract models of understanding to explain phenomena.
Cognitive Skills
Mental abilities involved in the processing of information, such as thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, and memory.
- Familiarize oneself with the notion of the zone of proximal development as proposed by Vygotsky.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the notion of the zone of proximal development as proposed by Vygotsky.