Mary is having trouble understanding how to do a math problem. Her teacher asks her just the right question, and Mary understands the problem. Vygotsky would refer to the structuring process used by the teacher to guide Mary's thinking as
A) laddering.
B) enabling.
C) pillaring.
D) scaffolding.

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Vygotsky's theory of scaffolding refers to the guidance and support provided by a more knowledgeable other (such as a teacher or parent) to help a learner navigate a task or problem. The use of just the right question by Mary's teacher to help her understand the math problem is an example of scaffolding.

Mary Is Having Trouble Understanding How to Do a Math