Developing a Growth Mindset

Course Outcomes

• By the end of the session, students will be able to explain the importance of adopting a growth mindset.
• Students will be able to identify ways to build resilience and view setbacks and challenges as opportunities for growth.
• Students will be able to use creative problem-solving to collaborate on finding solutions to realistic work environment problems.
• Students will be able to apply various ideation exercises and techniques in a group setting.
• Students will be able to use critical thinking skills in a given scenario.

Adopting a Growth Mindset

• A growth mindset is important for personal and professional growth.
• A growth mindset differs from a fixed mindset in its approach to challenges and opportunities.

Understanding Resilience

• Building resilience in the workplace is crucial for overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
• Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth helps build resilience.

Problem-Solving

• Problem-solving basics involve understanding the importance of creative thinking and collaboration.
• Various problem-solving techniques, such as Design Thinking, can be applied to solve complex problems.

Creative Problem-Solving

• Developing creative thinking and problem-solving skills is essential for finding innovative solutions.
• Design Thinking involves a five-stage process: Empathise, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test.

Critical Thinking

• Critical thinking skills are essential for making informed decisions and solving problems effectively.
• Enhancing critical thinking skills involves developing a systematic approach to evaluating information and arguments.

Course Outcomes

• By the end of this session, you will be able to explain the importance of adopting a growth mindset.
• Identify ways to build resilience and embrace setbacks and challenges as opportunities for growth.
• Use creative problem-solving to collaborate on finding a solution to a realistic problem related to the work environment.
• Apply various ideation (brainstorming) exercises and techniques within a group setting.
• Use critical thinking skills in a given scenario.

Course Coverage

Adopting a Growth Mindset

• Understand the difference between fixed and growth mindset.
• Learn to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.

Building Resilience

• Understand how to build resilience in the workplace.

Problem-Solving

• Learn the basics of problem-solving.
• Understand various problem-solving techniques.
• Discover the power of creativity in problem-solving.

Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving

• Develop creative thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
• Learn about Design Thinking as a way to solve complex problems.

Design Thinking

• Understand the five stages of Design Thinking:
  • Empathise
  • Define
  • Ideate
  • Prototype
  • Test

Critical Thinking

• Understand the importance of critical thinking.
• Learn how to enhance critical thinking skills.

Short Course Outcomes

• By the end of this session, students will be able to explain the importance of adopting a growth mindset.
• Students will be able to identify ways to build resilience and embrace setbacks and challenges as opportunities for growth.
• Students will be able to use creative problem-solving to collaborate on finding a solution to a realistic problem related to the work environment.
• Students will be able to apply various ideation (brainstorming) exercises and techniques within a group setting.
• Students will be able to use critical thinking skills in a given scenario.

Short Course Coverage

Adopting a Growth Mindset

• Understanding the difference between fixed and growth mindset is crucial.
• Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth is key to adopting a growth mindset.

Building Resilience

• Building resilience in the workplace is essential for personal and professional growth.

Problem-Solving

• Problem-solving basics include understanding the importance of creative problem-solving.
• Various problem-solving techniques will be covered in the course.

The Power of Creativity

• Developing creative thinking and creative problem-solving skills is vital for success.
• Design Thinking is a powerful way to solve complex problems.

Design Thinking

• The Design Thinking process involves five stages: Empathise, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test.

Critical Thinking Skills

• Critical thinking skills are essential for making informed decisions.
• Enhancing critical thinking skills is crucial for personal and professional growth.

This quiz assesses your understanding of the importance of adopting a growth mindset, building resilience, and using creative problem-solving to overcome challenges. Learn how to apply ideation exercises and techniques to collaborate on finding solutions.