According to Vygotsky's theory, the distance between the actual and potential level of development is called ____.

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Although Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development is less known to health care professionals, educators have embraced his theory, especially what he refers to as the zone of proximal development.The zone of proximal development is the distance between the actual and potential developmental level.In this zone, children are pulled toward new learning through their interaction with others and the environment.The guidance given by others in this zone is referred to as scaffolding.

According to Vygotsky's Theory, the Distance Between the Actual and Potential