Zone of Proximal Development: "the distance between the actual developmental level as determined by independent problem solving and the level of potential development as determined through problem solving under adult guidance, or in collaboration with more capable peers" (Vygotsky)
Zone of Proximal Development (simplified):
The difference between what a learner can do without help and what he or she can do with help.
· Example: Tennis students are able to hit the ball over the net but are challenged by serving. Through appropriate coaching that focuses on their strengths, they are able to learn to serve the ball effectively.
Zone of Proximal Development (simplified):
The difference between what a learner can do without help and what he or she can do with help.
· Example: Tennis students are able to hit the ball over the net but are challenged by serving. Through appropriate coaching that focuses on their strengths, they are able to learn to serve the ball effectively.