Jane helps her daughter Carla fit pieces of a puzzle onto a board and gradually helps less as Carla gets better at it. According to Vygotsky, Jane is using what technique to aid cognitive development?

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Scaffolding, according to Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory, involves providing support and guidance to a child during a learning experience while gradually reducing the amount of support provided as the child gains knowledge and skill. In this scenario, Jane is providing scaffolding to Carla as she assists her in completing the puzzle and gradually withdraws her support as Carla becomes more proficient at the task.

Jane Helps Her Daughter Carla Fit Pieces of a Puzzle