Research on the Design of Scaffolding for Computer Network Technology Based on Higher-Order Thinking Development

This paper presents a case study on teaching support for the cultivation of higher-order thinking skills in the context of secondary vocational education, specifically in the field of computer network technology. The study aims to enhance students' higher-order thinking skills using the zone of proximal development and constructivism theory. It aims to address the specific characteristics and requirements of computer network technology. The article proposes designing scaffolding that targets five dimensions: ‘Analytical Ability’, ‘Comprehension Ability’, ‘Problem-Solving Ability’, ‘Evaluative Ability’, and ‘Creative Ability‘. The objective is to address the issue of shallow thinking among secondary vocational students. The article concludes by presenting a teaching scaffolding designed for the ‘Network Topology’ course in secondary vocational schools.