Which one of the following examples illustrates a cognitive apprenticeship?
A) Mr. Ferguson gives students numerous word problems involving addition until they can solve such problems easily.
B) Ms. Lupinsky and a student work together to solve a challenging word problem, with Ms. Lupinsky modeling effective ways of thinking about the problem.
C) Mr. Johnson asks students to do easy word problems as a way of boosting their self-confidence for the more difficult problems that will soon follow.
D) Ms. Pang individualizes the word problems she gives each student, depending on each one's present skill level.

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In a cognitive apprenticeship, a more experienced person guides a less experienced person in a task, providing support and modeling effective strategies. In option B, Ms. Lupinsky is working with a student to solve a challenging problem, modeling effective ways of thinking about the problem.

Which One of the Following Examples Illustrates a Cognitive Apprenticeship