Classical theories Vygotsky

Question 1

The zone of proximal development

Answer 1

the zone between what the child can and cannot do. This can be achieved with guidance from a more knowledgeable other (MKO). E.g. play a board game with an adult

Question 2

Scaffolding

Answer 2

Hjälp till the zone of proximal development, ge stöd, ledtrådar, dela upp uppgift etc.

Question 3

Effect of culture

Answer 3

All cognitive development is mediated by culture

Question 4

Vygotsky focus on

Answer 4

social and cultural context when it comes to cognitive development and not about stages