Parents often repeat what a toddler says and help them remember words important to the conversation. Sociocultural theorists would call this:
A) joint attention.
B) scaffolding.
C) fast-mapping.
D) overextensions.

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Scaffolding is a concept in sociocultural theory where more knowledgeable others (e.g., parents) provide a temporary framework that supports children's higher level thinking. In the context of language learning, when parents repeat what a toddler says and help them remember words important to the conversation, they are providing support that helps the child reach a higher level of understanding and language use.

Parents Often Repeat What a Toddler Says and Help Them