Vygotsky's concept of the zone of proximal development is best described
A)by the principle of scaffolding.
B)as the range between children's present level of skills and knowledge and their potential level with appropriate guidance
C)as the range between the child's current level of intelligence and potential intelligence if provided with an enriched environment.
D)as the child's zone of equilibrium or range of potential development based on current level of intelligence.
E)as the range between the child's proximal and distal level of abilities.

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The zone of proximal development (ZPD) is defined as the difference between what a learner can do without help and what they can achieve with guidance and encouragement from a skilled partner.

Vygotsky's Concept of the Zone of Proximal Development Is Best