Comments on: New Vygotsky Documentary Features Cole, Kravtsova, Vygodskaya, Wertsch (and Holzman)

By: Robyn Stratton-Berkessel

Robyn Stratton-Berkessel — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 21:01:05 +0000

Hi Lois,
Thank you for responding to my “Play is Vital” post on http://pursuingpassions.wordpress.com/. I want to learn more about Vygodsky’s work and Activity Theory. I have been introduced to it through my Appreciative Inquiry. Are you aware we have a colleague in common: John Findlay – a great fan of Vygodsky – as you would know. I am a Zing owner/trainer and created a Title, Positive Matrix, which is Appreciative Inquiry on Zing. Love to catch up with you.

By: RadmilaZ

RadmilaZ — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 17:50:36 +0000

Till this video, Vygotsky was somehow untouchable, dreamlike and very passionate, maybe mystical a little. With this research and documentary and a short clips that I have watched I can somehow grasp his greatness and influence. It is a definitely global influence, and I think that the “new society” that Lois mentioned it, in this moment is starting to become aware of the need to act in order to change. I hope that you had a inspiring evening with the Vigotsky documentary.

By: loisholzman

loisholzman — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:54:35 +0000

From the bits of the film I did see, the mix of past history and contemporary practical developments was fascinating. I’m planning a New York showing sponsored by the East Side Institute and one or more universities.
Lois.

By: Joyce Dattner

Joyce Dattner — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:42:58 +0000

Although short clips….compelling to hear you, Gita Vygodskaya and others speak to historical context in which Vygotsky lived and worked. Look forward to seeing complete documentary,
Joyce Dattner

By: Chris Helm

Chris Helm — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:49:58 +0000

I’m glad that there is a new vehicle for introducing this remarkable theorist to the world. I am especially glad that Lowe has included contemporary practitioners who are not only applying his thinking but developing it. The “search for method” is an ongoing activity! Will you be showing the film at the East Side Institute?