Growth Mindset 15 Minute Learning Forum

If you think you can, or you think you can’t, you’re right

“The growth mindset is based on the belief that your basic qualities are things you can cultivate through effort. Although people may differ in every way – in their initial talents and attitudes, interests or temperaments – everyone can change and grow through application and experience.” Carol Dweck, Mindsets

Types of praise Theories of intelligence (mindsets) Mastery-oriented or helpless responses

“I have voiced concern that efforts to combat harmful stereotypes and to encourage girls’ achievement may have led people to escalate their praise of girls’ intelligence. Our analysis implies instead that an emphasis on challenge, effort and strategy is absolutely essential for girls. They should be taught that challenges are exciting and should be praised for taking on challenges and sticking with them. They must learn that the hallmark of intelligence is not immediate perfection, but rather the habit of embracing new tasks that stretch your skills and build your knowledge.” Carol Dweck, Self-Theories