Write a discussion paper on Scaffolding and the Zone of Proximal Development.https://www.ted.com/talks/deb_roy_the_birth_of_a_word?language=en
In this module, you will explore the concept of scaffolding as it relates to the zone of proximal development.
For your initial post, watch The Birth of a Word and answer the following questions:
How do Roy’s “amazing feedback loops” demonstrate scaffolding or the zone of proximal development?
Think of a time you learned a new schema. How did scaffolding support your learning, and how did you know that you were becoming more competent?
How does the concept of scaffolding as it relates to the zone of proximal development apply to any of the following programmatic themes? You may want to review the Programmatic Themes document.
Self-care
Social justice
Emotional intelligence
Career connections
Ethics
Remember to respond to two peers while being respectful of and sensitive to their viewpoints. Consider advancing the discussion in the following ways:
Post an article, video, or visual to reinforce a peer’s idea or challenge them to see their point from a different perspective.
Engage in conversation with your peers around scaffolding as it relates to the zone of proximal development. Consider asking a question or sharing your own personal experience.
