Vygotskian mediation

Vygotskian mediation refers to the process by which tools, symbols, and social interactions help individuals develop higher thinking skills. It emphasizes that learning occurs through mediated experiences, such as language, signs, or cultural artifacts, which connect a person’s existing knowledge with new concepts. These mediators enable us to solve problems, reason, and understand the world more effectively. Essentially, our cognitive development is shaped by the cultural and social tools that guide and support our thinking, highlighting the importance of interaction and cultural context in learning.