Vygotsky's views of cognitive development differed from those of Piaget in that Vygotsky
A) saw the child as an active and independent explorer of their environment.
B) saw social interaction as the key to cognitive development.
C) focused on theory of mind studies.
D) referred to the child's inner reflections as important for achieving cognitive equilibrium.

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Vygotsky believed that social interaction played a central role in cognitive development, whereas Piaget emphasized on the development of individual cognitive structures in the child's mind. Vygotsky believed that children learned through their interactions with others, and that social interactions provided opportunities for children to receive guidance and support in new and challenging tasks.

Vygotsky's Views of Cognitive Development Differed from Those of Piaget