Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following statement is NOT correct about Vygotsky’s Socio-cultural theory of child development ?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 3 : Intra Psychological function comes first then Inter Psychological.
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is - Intra Psychological function comes first then Inter Psychological.
Key Points
- Intra Psychological function comes first then Inter Psychological.
- According to Vygotsky, Inter Psychological functions, which are social interactions, come first.
- These functions are then internalized to become Intra Psychological functions.
- This process emphasizes the importance of social interactions in the development of higher mental functions.
Additional Information
- Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)
- Refers to the difference between what a child can do independently and what they can do with help.
- Vygotsky emphasized the role of social interaction and instruction in learning within the ZPD.
- Scaffolding
- A technique used to support learning by providing appropriate assistance.
- As the learner becomes more proficient, the support is gradually removed.
- Social Constructivism
- Vygotsky’s theory is a foundation for social constructivism, which emphasizes learning as a socially mediated activity.
- Knowledge is co-constructed through interaction with others.