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A learner of class IV is able to read the next and do the task based on it with the support of her mother. As per Vygotsky her mother is ______ her in the task.

A.
scaffolding
B.
coaching
C.
tutoring
D.
training

Solution:

Language learning is the process of learning to speak and understand a foreign language. It helps children to acquire practical commands of language. It is a result of deliberate and conscious effort for a better understanding of foundational skills of language learning.'Lev Vygotsky', a Soviet psychologist, has propounded the "Socio-cultural Theory". This theory implies the idea that social interaction plays a crucial role in the learner's development. As per Vygotsky, her mother is scaffolding her in the task as according to the scaffolding hypothesis of Vygotsky, 'scaffolding' refers to a process through which:meaningful substantive is provided, that helps students in the study.required assistance is given to children according to their individual needs.temporary support is imparted to the children to enhance their learning skills.individualized support is provided to children to increase their learning boundaries.Hence, it could be concluded that as per Vygotsky, her mother is scaffolding her in the task.Additional Information Other Important Terms Proposed by Vygotsky in his 'Socio-cultural Theory': More Knowledgeable Other(MKO)It refers to a peer/person with a higher skill level and a better understanding of the concepts than the learners.Zone of proximal development(ZPD)It refers to the difference between what a learner can do on his/her own and what he/she can do with help and guidance.

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