Guidance from an adult refers to the support and assistance provided by a more knowledgeable individual in helping a child learn and develop new skills. It involves scaffolding, where the adult provides just enough help for the child to successfully complete a task.
Scaffolding is when an adult adjusts their level of support based on the child's current abilities, gradually reducing assistance as the child becomes more capable.
Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD): The ZPD refers to the gap between what a learner can do independently and what they can do with guidance or support from others.
Social Constructivism: Social constructivism emphasizes how individuals actively construct knowledge through social interactions and collaboration with others.