Vygotsky's Theory of Cognitive Development (OCR A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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What is the zone of proximal development?
What is the zone of proximal development?
Difference between independent & helped work
What is scaffolding in Vygotsky's theory?
What is scaffolding in Vygotsky's theory?
Framework to help child work independently
How does Vygotsky view learning?
How does Vygotsky view learning?
As a social process with expert guidance
What are elementary mental functions?
What are elementary mental functions?
Innate capabilities such as reflexes
What are higher mental functions?
What are higher mental functions?
Complex processes like decision-making
What is inner speech in language development?
What is inner speech in language development?
Using external speech only to communicate
What does self-talk allow children to do?
What does self-talk allow children to do?
Regulate their behaviour
How does culture influence development according to Vygotsky?
How does culture influence development according to Vygotsky?
Knowledge & beliefs passed via caregivers
What do critics say Vygotsky's theory overemphasises?
What do critics say Vygotsky's theory overemphasises?
The role of social factors
What cultural limitation does Vygotsky's theory have?
What cultural limitation does Vygotsky's theory have?
Developed in collectivist culture context
How does Vygotsky's theory differ from Piaget's?
How does Vygotsky's theory differ from Piaget's?
Explains social environment's influence