Question

A process through which a teacher adds supports for students in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks is known as
1. Mastery learning
2. Advance organizer
3. Instructional scaffolding
4. Reciprocal teaching

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Instructional scaffolding

• Instructional scaffolding is a process through which a teacher adds supports for students in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks.
• The teacher does this by systematically building on students’ experiences and knowledge as they are learning new skills. 
• One of the main benefits of scaffolded instruction is that it provides for a supportive learning environment. In a scaffolded learning environment, students are free to ask questions, provide feedback and support their peers in learning new material.
• This teaching style provides the incentive for students to take a more active role in their own learning. Students share the responsibility of teaching and learning through scaffolds that require them to move beyond their current skill and knowledge levels. Through this interaction, students are able to take ownership of the learning event.