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CTET PAPER I 2018 · PYQ · Vygotsky / ZPD · easy

The Zone of Proximal Development refers to—

  1. A.the phase when maximum development is possible
  2. B.the developmental phase when child takes complete responsibility for learning
  3. C.a context in which children can almost perform a task on their own with the right level of support✓ Correct
  4. D.the point in learning when support can be withdrawn

Explanation

Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) is the gap between what a learner can do independently and what they can achieve with guidance from a more knowledgeable other. It represents tasks the child cannot yet do alone but can perform with appropriate scaffolding or support. This concept emphasizes the social nature of learning and the importance of guided assistance.
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