In Vygotsky's Terms, the Range Between a Child's Present Level

question 171

Multiple Choice

In Vygotsky's terms, the range between a child's present level of skills and knowledge and their potential level of skills and knowledge with appropriate guidance is called the child's

• A)space of scaffolding.
• B)region of growth.
• C)zone of proximal development.
• D)zone of equilibrium.
• E)schema space.

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Definitions:

Low-birth-weight

Describes babies born with a weight of less than 2,500 grams (5 pounds, 8 ounces), often associated with developmental and health challenges.

Enlarged Craniums

A condition characterized by the abnormal growth of the head or skull, often indicative of medical or genetic issues.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

A condition in a child resulting from alcohol exposure during the mother's pregnancy, causing growth problems, facial anomalies, and neurological issues.

Mental Retardation

An outdated and considered offensive term for intellectual disability, which refers to significant limitations in cognitive functioning and adaptive behavior.