Question

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which of the following apply vygotskys concepts in the classroom?
discouraging the use of private speech
using peer teaching and encouraging children to practice their skills
using standardized tests to provide the best way to assess a childs cognitive level
focusing lessons on the upper limit of a childs zone of proximal development to teach advanced cognitive skills

Explanation:

1. Vygotsky viewed private speech as a tool for cognitive development, so discouraging it contradicts his ideas.
2. Vygotsky emphasized social interaction for learning; peer teaching aligns with this as peers can support each other's skill development.
3. Standardized tests focus on individual, independent ability, which does not match Vygotsky's focus on social context and potential development.
4. The Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) is a core Vygotsky concept; targeting the upper limit of a child's ZPD with guidance helps them develop advanced skills they cannot master alone.

Answer:

• using peer teaching and encouraging children to practice their skills
• focusing lessons on the upper limit of a child's zone of proximal development to teach advanced cognitive skills