According to Vygotsky’s 'Social Constructivism Theory', the zone of proximal development tells the child can travel with the help of scaffolding from adults and others through questions or suggestions but yet act and learn independently and reach far beyond in the process Key Points Scaffolding literally means the structure which is made to support the work crew while a building is constructed or repaired. In the context of Vygotsky’s theory, it is the adjusted instruction or guidance which an adult or more knowledgeable other provides to the child to accomplish the task, which the child has potential for. For example, while solving the jigsaw puzzle, the father explains the child certain helpful techniques like finding the corner or edge pieces first and then focusing on certain sections of the puzzle. Additional Information A group of 4 students working on a math puzzle is an example of collaborative learning, which is a part of the participatory learning strategies. Participatory learning involves a number of activities in which there is sharing of activities in a group. All students are involved in the learning process and it aims at their comprehensive development. Zone of Proximal Development relates to the difference between what a child can achieve independently and what a child can achieve with guidance and encouragement from a skilled partner.