Vygotsky's concept of zone of proximal development refers to:
A) Children's ability to estimate how much they know
B) The range of tasks children can perform by themselves
C) The range of tasks children can accomplish only with support
D) The degree of maturation necessary to accomplish complex physical tasks

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Vygotsky's concept of the zone of proximal development (ZPD) refers to the difference between what a learner can do without help and what he or she can achieve with guidance and encouragement from a skilled partner. Thus, it specifically relates to the range of tasks that children can accomplish only with the support of someone more knowledgeable.

Vygotsky's Concept of Zone of Proximal Development Refers To