Evaluating Vygotsky's Socio-Cultural Theory

This set of flashcards covers key concepts from Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory and cognitive development in early childhood, as noted in the lecture.

Vygotsky's Socio-Cultural Theory

A theory that emphasizes the influence of social interactions and culture on cognitive development.

Bronfenbrenner's Theory

A model of ecological systems in development that highlights the complex layers of environment affecting an individual.

Cognitive Development

The process of developing mental strategies that enhance thinking and effective use of cognitive resources.

Sustained Attention

The ability to maintain focus on a task or stimulus over an extended period.

Selective Attention

The ability to focus on specific stimuli while ignoring others.

Working Memory

A limited capacity system for temporarily holding and manipulating information.

Executive Function

A set of cognitive processes that include planning, working memory, attention, problem-solving, and reasoning.

Long-Term Memory (LTM)

The capacity to store information over prolonged periods.

Episodic Memory

A type of long-term memory that involves the recollection of specific events, situations, and experiences.