Dino has brought over a Lego set to build with his niece.She has NEVER done one before so she doesn't know what to do.He suggests that they start by looking at the instructions and getting familiar with the pieces.She quickly locates the first few pieces that go together and begins building.But then she hits another road block and can't move on.Dino suggests that she turn the object upside down and work that way.With that bit of advice,his niece quickly finishes building the toy.What would Vygotsky say that Dino was doing with his niece?
A) achieving object permanence
B) establishing a secure attachment
C) scaffolding
D) staying out of the zone of proximal development

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Dino is providing scaffolding for his niece by providing advice and guidance to help her complete the Lego set. He is helping her work within her zone of proximal development, which is the range of tasks that she can complete with assistance but cannot complete on her own.

Dino Has Brought Over a Lego Set to Build with His