Speech Zones

Definition

Speech Zones refer to the stages that children go through while acquiring language, proposed by Lev Vygotsky. These zones represent different levels of a child's ability to communicate and understand language.

Related terms

Zone of Actual Development: This term refers to the level of tasks and concepts that a child can complete independently.

Zone of Proximal Development:

It represents the range of tasks that a child can perform with guidance or assistance from someone more knowledgeable.

Scaffolding:

This concept involves providing temporary support or guidance to help a child accomplish tasks within their zone of proximal development.