According to Vygotsky, what is the zone of proximal development?
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Correct answer: B. The gap between what a learner can do alone and with help
- Step 1: Learning is most effective when tasks are slightly above independent ability with guidance. Answer: The gap between what a learner can do alone and with help. Why not the others: The distance between a student's home and the school building, The maximum age at which a new skill can be learned by a child and The time a student needs to complete a written examination don't fit.
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