If you were to criticize Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development in a way that contemporary theorists sometimes do, which one of the following would you be most likely to say?
A) "It ignores the effects that formal education has on cognitive development."
B) "It disregards the important roles that peers play in children's development."
C) "It's a bit vague in its explanations of how development occurs."
D) "It places heavy emphasis on drill and practice as factors promoting development."

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Vygotsky's theory, while influential for its emphasis on social and cultural context in learning, has been criticized for being somewhat vague in its explanations of the specific mechanisms through which development occurs.

If You Were to Criticize Vygotsky's Theory of Cognitive Development