Listed In: Psychologists
Birthdate: November 17, 1896
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Orsha, Belarus
Died: June 11, 1934
Lev Semyonovich Vygotsky was a prominent psychologist from Russia and the Soviet Union, known for his pioneering research on child psychological development. He developed the cultural-historical activity theory, which underscores the social influences on the mind and the role of mediation in human growth. Vygotsky introduced the concept of the Zone of Proximal Development to illustrate the difference between a child’s current skills and their potential with support. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of play in children’s learning and development as a crucial form of mediation.
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