Zone of Proximal Development

1. Scaffolding as learner is led through ZPD

1.1. Activities that support learner through ZPD

1.2. Enables child to solve task that would be beyond his/her unassisted efforts

1.3. Produces results & instills necessary skills for independent work

1.4. Most effective when support is matched to learner's needs

2. Should be assessed by teacher regularly

3. Presence of someone BEYOND the learner

4. Social interactions with a SKILLFUL tutor that allows the learner to observe and practice