Vygotsky's term for temporary cognitive structures or methods of solving problems that help the child as he or she learns to function independently is ____.

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Scaffolding is a term introduced by Vygotsky to describe the support given to a child by a more knowledgeable other, allowing the child to achieve higher levels of thinking and problem-solving that they would not be able to reach independently. This support is gradually removed as the child becomes more competent.

Vygotsky's Term for Temporary Cognitive Structures or Methods of Solving