In a language classroom a teacher is asking students to interact in groups and then share their personal response to the poem with each other. This task promotes social interaction as advocated by _________

The correct answer is Lev Vygotsky.

Lev Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory of Cognitive Development emphasizes the fundamental role of social interaction in the development of cognition and language.

According to Vygotsky, learning takes place in a social context through interactions with peers, teachers, and a collaborative environment. When students interact in groups to discuss and share their personal responses to a poem, they actively construct knowledge through social dialogue and collaborative engagement.

Therefore, tasks that promote social interaction in a classroom setting align with the educational principles advocated by Lev Vygotsky.