Mr Webb Is Trying to Implement a Scaffolding Style into His

Multiple Choice

Mr. Webb is trying to implement a scaffolding style into his teaching. He is mostly concerned with teaching primary mathematical concepts to Scott, who is having difficulty, and to Emily, who is doing very well. According to Vygotsky, Mr. Webb should _____.

A) provide Scott and Emily with the same amount of assistance
B) praise Emily for her success and allow Scott to continue to struggle so that he may learn on his own
C) give Scott more assistance and Emily less assistance
D) promote cooperation rather than competition between the two students