4.1 (270) Vygotsky’s theory, developed by Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky (1896–1934), is known as the sociocultural theory or the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD). This theory emphasizes the importance of social and cultural influences on a child’s cognitive development. According to Vygotsky, learning occurs when students receive proper guidance and direction from their society and … Continue reading Vygotsky’s Theory: Major Elements and Its Role in Education