Child Development and Pedagogy Questions and Answers | Paper-I

Question

A 5-year-old girl talks to herself while trying to fold a T-shirt. Which of the following statements is correct in the context of the behaviour displayed by the girl?

A Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky would explain this as egocentric nature of the child's thoughts.
B Jean Piaget would explain this as egocentric speech, while Lev Vygotsky would explain this as the child's attempt to regulate her actions through private speech.
C Jean Piaget would explain this as social interaction, while Lev Vygotsky would explain this as an exploration.
D Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky would explain this as the child's attempt to imitate her mother.

Answer & Explanation

Answer: Option [B]

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