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Ready, Set, Research: Using Scaffolding to Optimize Learning

What is Scaffolding?

Educational scaffolding refers to the process of providing temporary supports for learners to guide them towards achieving a goal or completing a complex task. 

Scaffolding can take many forms. One type of scaffolding is called process scaffolding, where a complex task, such as a research paper is broken down into smaller, more manageable parts. 

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Using Scaffolding to Optimize Learning