From Theory to Practice: What does the Metaphor of Scaffolding Mean to Educators Today?

The current emphasis on rising educational standards in Australian society (eg A Commonwealth Government Quality Teacher Initiative, 2000) has stimulated a growing interest in Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory widely renowned for its profound understanding of teaching and learning. The metaphor...

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Main Author: Irina Verenikina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Outlines Association 2004-09-01
Series:Outlines
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Online Access:http://ojs.statsbiblioteket.dk/index.php/outlines/article/view/2140