Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development Refers to __________

question 142

Multiple Choice

Vygotsky's zone of proximal development refers to __________.

• A) capacities that the child has recently acquired
• B) skills that the child mastered several years earlier
• C) skills that the child cannot yet demonstrate independently but can demonstrate with judicious guidance from an adult
• D) understandings acquired in the concrete operational stage

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Definitions:

Communication Barrier

An obstacle that impedes the flow of information between individuals or groups, potentially leading to misunderstandings or conflict.

Passive-Aggressive Behavior

A pattern of expressing negative feelings indirectly rather than openly addressing them.

Nondefensive Communication

A style of communicating characterized by openness, honesty, and a lack of defensiveness, meant to foster understanding and problem-solving.

Civility

Communication and behavior that respect the integrity and dignity of the individual.