Pedagogy Set-8 (Vygotsky’s Constructivist Theory)

No. of questions - 22

Time - 12 min

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

Deselect Answer

It distracts children from independent thinking.

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

It replaces the need for cultural tools.

It is only effective for teaching physical skills.

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

Deselect Answer

It is a social process mediated by culture and interaction.

It is genetically predetermined.

It is a solitary process driven by individual exploration.

It occurs only through formal education.

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

Deselect Answer

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

It indicates that all children learn at the same pace.

It implies learning should be delayed until full development.

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

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

Deselect Answer

Cognitive development is fixed and unchangeable.

Cognitive development is driven solely by biological maturation.

Children develop through individual exploration alone.

Learning occurs through social interaction and cultural tools.

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

Deselect Answer

It hinders cognitive development.

It is only for physical development.

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

It is unimportant and merely recreational.

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

Deselect Answer

Tailor instruction to challenge students just beyond their current skills.

Avoid providing any guidance to students.

Focus only on tasks students can do independently.

Teach all students the same material regardless of ability.

What are cultural tools in Vygotsky’s theory?

Deselect Answer

Standardized tests for assessing intelligence.

Physical tools like hammers and nails.

Symbols, language, and practices that mediate learning.

Genetic traits passed down through generations.

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

Deselect Answer

Learning is independent of cultural context.

Learning is most effective in collaborative settings.

Children learn best through solitary exploration.

Learning should avoid social interaction.

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

Deselect Answer

Both emphasize social interaction equally.

Neither considers social interaction important.

Vygotsky ignores social interaction, while Piaget emphasizes it.

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

10.

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

Deselect Answer

It leads to cognitive confusion.

It becomes inner speech, aiding self-regulation.

It disappears completely without impact.

It turns into social speech only.

11.

How does Vygotsky view the relationship between learning and development?

Deselect Answer

Learning precedes and drives development.

Development precedes learning.

Learning and development are unrelated.

Development is fixed and learning has no impact.

12.

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

Deselect Answer

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.

13.

What is scaffolding in Vygotsky’s theory?

Deselect Answer

Ignoring a child’s current abilities.

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

Teaching through direct instruction only.

Providing permanent support to a child.

14.

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

Deselect Answer

It is a tool for social communication and shaping thought.

It develops after cognitive abilities are fully formed.

It is only used for expressing emotions.

It is irrelevant to cognitive growth.

15.

What is internalization in Vygotsky’s theory?

Deselect Answer

The process of ignoring external influences.

Memorizing facts without understanding.

Developing physical skills through repetition.

Transforming external social activities into internal mental processes.

16.

What does Vygotsky mean by “mediated learning”?

Deselect Answer

Learning through genetic predisposition.

Learning facilitated by cultural tools like language or symbols.

Learning without any external help.

Learning through direct experience only.

17.

What is an example of a cultural tool Vygotsky emphasized?

Deselect Answer

Language and writing systems

Physical strength

A child’s innate reflexes

Standardized IQ tests

18.

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

Deselect Answer

A child’s imaginary friend.

Only a certified teacher.

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

A computer program.

19.

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

Deselect Answer

The stage of cognitive development a child is in.

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

The ability to use abstract reasoning.

The tasks a child can perform without any help.

20.

What is an example of scaffolding in a classroom?

Deselect Answer

A teacher testing a student without prior instruction.

A teacher giving a lecture without student input.

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

A teacher ignoring a student’s questions.

21.

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

Deselect Answer

Culture hinders cognitive growth.

Culture has no impact on cognitive development.

Culture only affects physical development.

Culture provides tools and contexts that shape thinking.

22.

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

Deselect Answer

An older sibling teaching a younger one to tie shoes.

A child’s innate instincts.

A child learning alone with no assistance.

A computer game with no interaction.