Tracy is teaching her son, Bobby, how to cook. When they first started, Tracy would measure out the ingredients and allow Bobby to mix everything together. As he is getting older, Bobby is advancing in his skills and can now chop vegetables, while Tracy
stands by and observes. Which of Vygotsky’s key ideas is exemplified here?
a) scaffolding
b) private speech
c) guided participation
d) automaticity
Answer: a
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