In comparison to Piaget's view of cognitive development, Lev Vygotsky's view put more emphasis on:
A) gender differences between boys and girls
B) whether children were raised in one-parent versus two-parent families
C) social factors involved in learning
D) egocentrism

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As noted in the text, a limitation of Piaget's perspective is its rather narrow focus on the problem-solving aspects of cognitive development. Many contemporary theorists view cognitive developmental processes as also being social in nature, and they emphasize the important ways in which others in the child's environment influence the development of the child's thought processes. According to Vygotsky, children's thinking and social skills develop by participating in activities that are slightly beyond their competence, provided they are given the assistance of others who are more skilled and knowledgeable.

In Comparison to Piaget's View of Cognitive Development, Lev Vygotsky's