The Following Is an Example of a Boy Learning to Weave

question 47

Multiple Choice

The following is an example of a boy learning to weave handmade cloth."The boy attempts a simple weaving pattern,the father corrects his mistakes,the boy tries again.When the boy gets it right,the father gives him a more complex pattern,thus raising the bar so that the boy continues to be challenged and his skills continue to improve." This scenario illustrates Lev Vygotsky's concept of ____.

• A)scaffolding
• B)zone of proximal development
• C)psychosocial moratorium
• D)cooperative learning

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Definitions:

Creativity

The ability to produce original and valuable ideas or things.

Achieved Identity

A sense of self that has been developed through personal effort, experiences, and achievements rather than being born into.

Identity Achievement

Marcia’s term for the status of individuals who have undergone a crisis and made a commitment.

Moratorium

In developmental psychology, refers to a period of time when an individual delays making decisions or engaging in certain responsibilities, often to explore various identities and alternatives.