Vygotsky’s Theory Of Cognition

Question 1

✅ [VYGOTSKY] Supportive evidence for ZPD and benefits of scaffolding:

Answer 1

E: Roazzi and Bryant - estimate number of sweets in a box of lower accuracy when they had any previous experience with a parent/adult.
- higher level of cognitive function when given appropriate support.
- (+validity)

Question 2

✅ [VYGOTSKY] MKOs improve peer tutoring

Answer 2

E: Van Keer and Verhaegea - 7 year olds who recieved help from 10 year old when reading had significantly greater process in reading comprehension than those working individually.
- structured social interaction accelerated cognitive growth
- (+application)

Question 3

X [VYGOTSKY] Vague explanation of internalisation

Answer 3

E: Emphasised the role of dialogue with MKOs but did not explain how external guidance helps
(-validity)