Pedagogy Set-8 (Vygotsky’s Constructivist Theory)

No. of questions - 22

Time - 12 min

Which of the following aligns with Vygotsky’s view on learning?

Deselect Answer

Children learn best through solitary exploration.

Learning is independent of cultural context.

Learning is most effective in collaborative settings.

Learning should avoid social interaction.

How does Vygotsky view the role of culture in cognitive development?

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Culture has no impact on cognitive development.

Culture only affects physical development.

Culture hinders cognitive growth.

Culture provides tools and contexts that shape thinking.

How does Vygotsky’s theory differ from Piaget’s regarding the role of social interaction?

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Both emphasize social interaction equally.

Vygotsky ignores social interaction, while Piaget emphasizes it.

Vygotsky sees social interaction as central, while Piaget focuses on individual discovery.

Neither considers social interaction important.

What is a practical implication of Vygotsky’s ZPD in teaching?

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Avoid providing any guidance to students.

Tailor instruction to challenge students just beyond their current skills.

Focus only on tasks students can do independently.

Teach all students the same material regardless of ability.

In Vygotsky’s theory, what role does play have in cognitive development?

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It is unimportant and merely recreational.

It is only for physical development.

It allows children to explore roles and rules, advancing cognitive and social skills.

It hinders cognitive development.

What is scaffolding in Vygotsky’s theory?

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Temporary guidance tailored to a child’s ZPD to facilitate learning.

Providing permanent support to a child.

Ignoring a child’s current abilities.

Teaching through direct instruction only.

What does Vygotsky mean by “mediated learning”?

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Learning without any external help.

Learning facilitated by cultural tools like language or symbols.

Learning through genetic predisposition.

Learning through direct experience only.

What is an example of scaffolding in a classroom?

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A teacher testing a student without prior instruction.

A teacher providing hints to help a student solve a math problem.

A teacher giving a lecture without student input.

A teacher ignoring a student’s questions.

According to Vygotsky, what is the role of private speech?

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It is a sign of cognitive immaturity.

It is irrelevant to cognitive development.

It is used only for social communication.

It helps children regulate their behavior and thinking.

10.

In Vygotsky’s theory, what is the significance of the ZPD for education?

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It guides teachers to provide support for tasks just beyond a child’s current ability.

It suggests teaching should focus only on what children can do independently.

It implies learning should be delayed until full development.

It indicates that all children learn at the same pace.

11.

What is internalization in Vygotsky’s theory?

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Memorizing facts without understanding.

Developing physical skills through repetition.

Transforming external social activities into internal mental processes.

The process of ignoring external influences.

12.

In Vygotsky’s theory, what is the significance of collaborative dialogue in learning?

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It provides opportunities for children to co-construct knowledge with others.

It is only effective for teaching physical skills.

It distracts children from independent thinking.

It replaces the need for cultural tools.

13.

According to Vygotsky, what is the role of language in cognitive development?

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It is only used for expressing emotions.

It is irrelevant to cognitive growth.

It develops after cognitive abilities are fully formed.

It is a tool for social communication and shaping thought.

14.

What is an example of a cultural tool Vygotsky emphasized?

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Physical strength

Language and writing systems

A child’s innate reflexes

Standardized IQ tests

15.

Who is a “more knowledgeable other” in Vygotsky’s theory?

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Anyone with greater knowledge or skill, such as a teacher, peer, or parent.

A computer program.

Only a certified teacher.

A child’s imaginary friend.

16.

What are cultural tools in Vygotsky’s theory?

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Genetic traits passed down through generations.

Symbols, language, and practices that mediate learning.

Physical tools like hammers and nails.

Standardized tests for assessing intelligence.

17.

What is the core idea of Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory?

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Children develop through individual exploration alone.

Learning occurs through social interaction and cultural tools.

Cognitive development is driven solely by biological maturation.

Cognitive development is fixed and unchangeable.

18.

How does Vygotsky view the relationship between learning and development?

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Learning precedes and drives development.

Development precedes learning.

Development is fixed and learning has no impact.

Learning and development are unrelated.

19.

What is the eventual outcome of private speech according to Vygotsky?

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It disappears completely without impact.

It leads to cognitive confusion.

It becomes inner speech, aiding self-regulation.

It turns into social speech only.

20.

What does Vygotsky’s Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) refer to?

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The stage of cognitive development a child is in.

The tasks a child can perform without any help.

The gap between what a child can do alone and with guidance.

The ability to use abstract reasoning.

21.

Which of the following best describes Vygotsky’s view on cognitive development?

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It is genetically predetermined.

It is a social process mediated by culture and interaction.

It occurs only through formal education.

It is a solitary process driven by individual exploration.

22.

Which of the following is an example of a more knowledgeable other (MKO)?

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A child learning alone with no assistance.

A child’s innate instincts.

An older sibling teaching a younger one to tie shoes.

A computer game with no interaction.