Unlike Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development, Vygotsky Emphasizes That

question 202

Multiple Choice

Unlike Piaget's theory of cognitive development, Vygotsky emphasizes that

• A)cognitive development is a universal process that unfolds in largely the same way for most individuals.
• B)social interactions and culture strongly influence the cognitive development of a child.
• C)language does not play a crucial role in cognitive development.
• D)a child's active exploration of the world strongly influences cognitive development.

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