According to Vygotsky, What Does the Term Scaffolding Refer To

question 108

Multiple Choice

According to Vygotsky, what does the term scaffolding refer to?

• A)The parent or teacher stays out of the child's way so that discovery happens.
• B)The parent or teacher assists the child with difficult parts of the task.
• C)The parent or teacher provides social support by having other kids nearby.
• D)The parent or teacher demonstrates everything so that the child learns via observation and avoids making mistakes.

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Definitions:

Social Identity

The aspect of a person's self-identity that comes from their understanding of belonging to certain social groups.

Ingroup Bias

The tendency to favor members of one's own group over those in other groups.

Social Comparison

The process of comparing oneself to others in order to evaluate one's own abilities, status, or situation.

Cautious

Describes a behavior characterized by careful foresight to avoid potential risks or dangers.