Three of the following examples illustrate the use of scaffolding in promoting students' problem-solving abilities. Which example does not illustrate scaffolding?
A) Ms. Amayo presents an example of a computer program that alphabetizes a list of names. She then has students do something similar-write a program that puts items in numerical order.
B) When students struggle with arithmetic word problems, Ms. Blake gives them subtle hints about how to proceed.
C) Mr. Charlesworth gives easy, straight-forward problems at first, then gradually progresses to more difficult ones.
D) Mr. Darlington makes sure that all students know physics concepts well before he asks them to solve problems.

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Mr. Darlington's approach may promote learning but it does not illustrate scaffolding. Scaffolding involves breaking down complex tasks into simpler ones and gradually increasing the difficulty level as students' skills improve. In this example, Mr. Darlington is not providing any support or assistance to students in solving problems.

Three of the Following Examples Illustrate the Use of Scaffolding