Sociocultural Theory
Main Idea
Historical
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What are the steps for this theory?

 I do, we do, you do 

  •  Model it for them 
  • We do (working together)
  • They do it (on Their own)

Or it can be done in "chunks" to help a child learn 

100

What is ZPD and scaffolding and how do they relate to this theory?

ZPD: (Sweet spot) The gap between what a learner can do on their own, and what they can do with help from others.

Scaffolding: A method where teachers gradually provide less support as students become more competent in their learning.

How they relate: Chunks of content and who helps you. 

100

Why did Vygotsky come up with this theory and when did he start working on this theory?

Through different Education and it was put in place in 1924

200

What is this theory and what were Vygotsky beliefs?

Vygotsky's social development theory asserts that a child's cognitive development and learning ability can be guided and mediated by their social interactions. 

Beliefs: 

  • Child learn from what happens around them
  • Culture playing a big role
  • Importance of language 
200

What was the example that Dr. Lawrimore gave during class that was related to Vygotsky theory?

Students talking to themselves

200

Where was Vygotsky originally born?

Belarus

300

Give us a question that you have on Vygotsky theory?

Answer the question and discuss as a class.

300

When we break a larger cognitive challenge into more manageable steps, what are those steps called?

Chunks

300

When was Vygotsky theory on Socioculturalism first released?

1978