According to Vygotsky's Sociohistorical Theory

question 29

Multiple Choice

According to Vygotsky's sociohistorical theory,

• A) the study of development can best proceed by examining the role of unconscious conflicts in behavior.
• B) the study of development can best proceed by examining the adaptive value of behavior.
• C) language is an especially important cultural tool for a child's cognitive development.
• D) development involves a reciprocal relationship between assimilation and accommodation.

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Definitions:

Sense of responsibility

The feeling of duty or obligation to perform tasks or roles appropriately and to take care of others or the environment.

Morality of care

An ethical perspective emphasizing the importance of understanding relationships, empathy, and caring actions in ethical decision-making, contrasting with more justice-oriented approaches.

Carol Gilligan

An American feminist, ethicist, and psychologist known for her work on ethical relationships and moral development, particularly in the context of gender.

Conventional morality

A stage in moral development where individuals conform to societal norms and laws, often to uphold authority and maintain social order.