Question

What is the central idea of Vygotsky’s social development theory?

• A. Learning is an individual process independent of social interaction.
• B. Social interaction plays a fundamental role in cognitive development.
• C. Cognitive development occurs only through biological maturation.
• D. Reinforcement and punishment drive learning.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Social interaction plays a fundamental role in cognitive development.

• Vygotsky emphasized that social interaction is essential for cognitive development.

• Learning occurs first at a social level (interaction with others) and then at an individual level (internalization).