VYGOTSKY’S THEORY IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL AND COGNITIVE SKILLS OF THE ALPHA GENERATION
Keywords:
Alpha Generation, Cognitive Skills, Social Skills, Vygotsky’s Theory
Abstract
Quality education is a global challenge, especially for Generation Alpha, which faces difficulties in social and cognitive skills due to a lack of direct interaction. To address this problem, this study proposes modeling learning methods based on Vygotsky’s theory that emphasizes structured social interaction and the use of technology as learning aids. This method involves an in-depth analysis of more than 20 relevant Scopus-indexed journals, with a qualitative approach that emphasizes document analysis techniques and thematic analysis to identify emerging themes and patterns. The novelty value of this research lies in the application of Vygotsky’s theory in the context of modern education, which has not been explored much, as well as the emphasis on collaboration and group discussion as an effective learning method. The results show that the application of Vygotsky’s principles, such as social interaction and emotional experience, can improve the social and cognitive skills of Generation Alpha, as well as support better academic achievement. As such, this research makes a significant contribution to educational literature and offers practical recommendations for educators and policymakers to create more effective and meaningful learning environments.
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Portnova, Galina, Rebreikina ,Anna, and Olga and Martynova. “The Ages of Zone of Proximal Development for Retrospective Time Assessment and Anticipation of Time Event.” Applied Neuropsychology: Child 11, no. 4 (October 2, 2022): 761–770.
Puntambekar, Sadhana. “Distributed Scaffolding: Scaffolding Students in Classroom Environments.” Educational Psychology Review 34, no. 1 (March 1, 2022): 451–472.
Sinha, Tanmay, Manu Kapur, Robert West, Michele Catasta, Matthias Hauswirth, and Dragan Trninic. “Differential Benefits of Explicit Failure-Driven and Success-Driven Scaffolding in Problem-Solving Prior to Instruction.” Journal of Educational Psychology 113, no. 3 (2021): 530–555.
Smolucha, L. “Vygotsky’s Theory in-Play: Early Childhood Education.” Early Child Development and Care 191, no. 7 (2021): 1041–1055.
Šramová, B. “Generation Alpha Media Consumption During Covid‐19 and Teachers’ Standpoint.” Media and Communication 11, no. 4 (2023): 227–238.
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Xu, Yaoying, Chen ,Chin-Chih, Spence ,Christine, Washington-Nortey ,Melissa, Zhang ,Fa, and Amber and Brown. “Supporting Young Spanish Speaking English Learners through Teacher Scaffolding and Reciprocal Peer Tutoring.” Early Child Development and Care 192, no. 8 (June 11, 2022): 1324–1336.
Ziatdinov, R. “Generation Alpha: Understanding the Next Cohort of University Students.” European Journal of Contemporary Education 10, no. 3 (2021): 783–789.
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2025-04-14
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Malik, M., Maslahah, M., Maulida, A., Nikmah, L., & Hashinuddin, A. (2025, April 14). VYGOTSKY’S THEORY IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL AND COGNITIVE SKILLS OF THE ALPHA GENERATION. FASHLUNA, 6(1), 28-39. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.47625/fashluna.v6i1.968
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