One problem with Jean Piaget's ideas, addressed by Lev Vygotsky, is that Piaget's theory does not consider that _____ plays a major role in cognitive development.

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Piaget's theory emphasizes the role of maturation and individual exploration in cognitive development, but does not account for the important influence that instruction and social interaction can have on a child's cognitive growth. Vygotsky's sociocultural theory emphasizes the importance of social context and instruction in shaping a child's cognitive development.

One Problem with Jean Piaget's Ideas, Addressed by Lev Vygotsky