Vygotsky's Methodological Contribution to Sociocultural Theory
- 1 November 1999
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Remedial and Special Education
- Vol. 20 (6), 341-350
- https://doi.org/10.1177/074193259902000607
Abstract
Educators internationally including those working with children with exceptionalities, are recognizing the importance of sociocultural theory and the role played by Lev S. Vygotsky. This article introduces some of his major contributions through an examination of his methodological approach, which differs from traditional Western approaches in a number of ways. Vygotsky used a dialectical approach to analyze the way that symbol and tool use among early humans led to more complex social interactions and to the development of human consciousness. His investigations provide a methodological approach and a theoretical foundation for understanding the unique developmental paths of children with special needs, and they suggest pedagogical approaches designed to meet these special needs.Keywords
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