EDF 3110 Lecture Notes - Lecture 12: Cultural-Historical Psychology, 18 Months, Autobiographical Memory

• School: University of Florida
• Department: Education - Human Development and Organizational Studies
• Course: EDF 3110
• Professor: Melissa Gonzalez

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Match the following concepts and key terms with the appropriate description. However, it is possible with the help of skilled peers or adults: __m___ a state that supports language development. Answer all the following questions: when timmy was 18 months old, his mother stood behind him, helping him throw a large ball into a box. As his skill improved, she stepped back, letting him try on his own. Using vygotsky"s ideas, explain how timmy"s mother is supporting his cognitive development. Vygotsky"s concept of the zone of proximal development refers to a range of tasks too difficult for the child to do alone but possible with the help of more skilled partners. In this example, timmy"s mother capitalizes on a task that timmy has chosen. As she guides and supports him in throwing the ball, he joins in the interaction and picks up mental strategies.