Vygotsky's legacy : a foundation for research and practice /

Gredler, Margaret E.,

Vygotsky's legacy : a foundation for research and practice / Margaret E. Gredler, Carolyn Claytor Shields. - xi, 242 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction -- Research methods -- Cultural signs and symbols -- Development of the higher psychological functions -- Speech and cognitive development -- Development of thinking in concepts -- Structure and dynamics of age-related development -- Development of world wide view and personality -- A new way of thinking -- The cross-cultural study -- Shif's research. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. App. A. App. B.

"Most educators are familiar with Lev Vygotsky's concept of the "zone of proximal development," yet the bulk of Vygotsky's pioneering theory of cognitive development remains largely unknown. This book provides a systematic overview of Vygotsky's work and its implications for educational research and practice. Rendering Vygotsky's complex thinking accessible to a broad audience, this comprehensive and timely work is a significant contribution to the field." "This volume belongs on the shelves of researchers and studenrs in educational psychology, education, and cognitive psychology, as well as teacher educators. It will fill a crucial niche as a supplemental text in courses on principles of educational psychology, cognition and learning, and learning theories."--BOOK JACKET.

1593854919 9781593854911

2007016140


Vygotskiĭ, L. S. 1896-1934


Educational psychology.
Learning, Psychology of.

LB1060 / .G734 2008

370.15

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