Answer to Question #200901 in Sociology for SIHLE

Question

A socio-constructivist's (vygotsky) view of the impact context on curriculum implementation. Do you agree with his view. Motivate your answer. (10)

Answer 1

Vygotsky believes cognitive development happens via social learning, and that it is inextricable from a person's social-cultural context. Based on the cultural environment of the parent, the strategies provided would be different. For instance, verbal instructions or more visual or demonstrative methods.