In Vygotsky's theory, the amount and type of help that a skilled adult or peer provides to a child is called
A) knowledge building.
B) social speech.
C) a cognitive scheme.
D) scaffolding.

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In Vygotsky's theory, the amount and type of help that a skilled adult or peer provides to a child is called scaffolding. Scaffolding refers to the support or guidance provided by the more knowledgeable other to help the child perform a task beyond their current abilities. The skilled adult or peer adjusts the level of support and guidance provided as the child develops their understanding and skills, gradually reducing the amount of support until the child can perform the task independently.

In Vygotsky's Theory, the Amount and Type of Help That