As Cindy was learning to write her alphabet, her mom initially helped her hold her pencil and form the letters, soon after this her mom let Cindy hold her own pencil and form the letters. Now Cindy can write her alphabet all by herself. According to Vygotsky, Cindy’s mom was engaging the process of .

Scaffolding                                        

Explanation:

Scaffolding: In psychology, the term "scaffolding" was introduced by Lev Vygotsky, and is described as one of the instrumental methods that are being used by different teachers to demonstrate or explain the process of 'problem-solving' to theirs students and involves a step-by-step explanation of each step as they moved forward. However, after a certain time, the role of the teacher would fade away, so that the student can work independently and guidance will be provided only when appealed by the student.

In the question above, the given statement represents that Cindy’s mom was engaging the process of scaffolding.

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