Author(s)

Zheren Wang ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Jinzhong College of Information, Jinzhong, Shanxi, 030800, China

Corresponding Author

Zheren Wang

ABSTRACT

This paper delves into the significant role of teachers as scaffolding in the classroom, drawing upon the diverse categorization of teacher roles proposed by Hirst, Harmer, and Krashen. Additionally, it explores the application of Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory (SCT) in teaching, emphasizing how teachers can effectively embody their roles in the educational process. Through meticulous analysis of classroom examples, the paper elaborates on the functions of each teacher role and their impact on the teaching and learning process. The research highlights the crucial role of teachers' adaptive and responsive approaches in stimulating student engagement and enhancing academic performance. This finding not only deepens our understanding of teachers' roles but also provides clearer and more effective guidance for teachers to optimize their teaching methods and further promote student learning and development.

KEYWORDS

Teacher Roles, Scaffolding, Teaching and Learning

CITE THIS PAPER

Zheren Wang, Effects of Teachers' Roles as Scaffolding in Classroom Instruction. Advances in Vocational and Technical Education (2024) Vol. 6: 199-205. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/avte.2024.060229.

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