Aim: What’s the difference between viewing intelligence as fixed vs Aim: What’s the difference between viewing intelligence as fixed vs. accumulative? Do Now: (no laptops today!) Respond on the handout: According to Gretchen Reynolds, how does perception influence performance?

Agenda D2L Fixed vs. Growth Mindset Note taking Exit Ticket

Fixed vs. Growth Mindset There are many different thoughts about where ability and intelligence comes from. Some believe that success is based on innate ability, or rather, something you are be born with.

Fixed vs. Growth Mindset This is called a fixed theory of intelligence. Others believe their success is based on hard work and learning are said to have a growth theory of intelligence.

Fear of Failure Fixed mindset individuals dread failure because it is a negative statement on their basic abilities.

Fear of Failure Growth mindset individuals don't mind failure as much because they realize their performance can be improved.

Personal Response What do you think? Are people born with intelligence? Can people work hard, overcome challenges, and become smarter?

Can you become an expert in _____?

Workshop Read and take notes on the NPR article “IQ Isn’t Set in Stone” by Allison Aubrey. Complete the short-answer questions when you are done.