Question

Which Vygotsky term refers to temporary support that is tailored to a learner's needs and abilities and is aimed at helping him or her master a new skill?

Answer 1

Answer:

This question is incomplete. Here are the missing options:

• apprentice in training
• social mediation
• scaffolding
• zone of proximal development

The answer is scaffolding.

Explanation:

Scaffolding is a term that refers to a student-centered approach in which the instructor constatly assesses the learner's progress. A key element of scaffolding is that each student requires a different type of support.

Scaffolding usually employs guides or direct instructions before engaging the learners in relevant tasks. The aim is that students become autonomous.