The Neo-Vygotskian Approach to Child Development

The Neo-Vygotskian Approach to Child Development

Introduction

The writer, Yuriy V. Karpov has proposed that any theory in regards to child development should include a detailed description of the 'the determinants of development' which are the major factors that lead to development and an explanation of the 'mechanisms of development' which includes an analysis of how the determinants suggested for development lead to it. It also includes that the approach used for child development in the Western psychology do not explain the mechanisms and determinants in a satisfying manner.

Discussion

The writer has examined and criticized the three ...