Lev Vygotsky
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With reference to Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development and Lev Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory, consider the following statements:
- 1. Piaget believed that development precedes learning (i.e., cognitive maturity paves the way for new learning), whereas according to Vygotsky, social learning drives development forward and language is the most important tool of cognitive development.
- 2. 'Egocentric Speech' described by Piaget is the language used by a child to communicate with others, whereas 'Private Speech' described by Vygotsky is a means for children to reflect on themselves and control their behavior.
- 3. 'Scaffolding' in Vygotsky's theory refers to the temporary support provided by a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO) to help a child learn within their Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Detailed Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because according to Jean Piaget, 'development' precedes learning (developmental perspective), whereas according to Vygotsky, social learning processes lead cognitive development. Statement 2 is incorrect because Piaget's 'Egocentric Speech' is when a child speaks only for themselves without considering others' perspectives, rather than for communicating with others (according to Vygotsky, this is an early form of private speech). Statement 3 is completely correct; in Vygotsky's theory, 'scaffolding' is the temporary support given by adults or MKO that facilitates learning within the ZPD. Since statement 2 is partially incorrect, option 'a' (only 1 and 3) is the correct answer.
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