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:

Eustress

Positive stress which results from motivating challenges and leads to improved performance.

Distress

The negative consequences and components of stress.

Role Conflict Stress

The stress experienced by an individual when facing incompatible demands or expectations from multiple roles they play in their life or profession.

Effectiveness

A measure of how well a particular method or process achieves its objectives.