Question

According to Bruner, scaffolding refers to:

• A. Teaching students in groups
• B. Providing temporary support to learners to help them achieve their goals
• C. Limiting the curriculum to core subjects
• D. Allowing students to learn without guidance

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Providing temporary support to learners to help them achieve their goals

• Scaffolding is a teaching technique where the instructor provides temporary support to students as they learn new concepts.

• The support is gradually reduced as students become more competent and independent.