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What do two-thirds of college students believe should be a factor in their grades?
What do two-thirds of college students believe should be a factor in their grades?
High marks are awarded based on the quality of knowledge, not the quantity of effort.
High marks are awarded based on the quality of knowledge, not the quantity of effort.
True
Who published groundbreaking experiments regarding fixed and growth mind-sets?
Who published groundbreaking experiments regarding fixed and growth mind-sets?
Carol Dweck
Students developed a fixed mind-set, believing that success depended on _______.
Students developed a fixed mind-set, believing that success depended on _______.
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What is a potential downside of valuing perseverance too highly?
What is a potential downside of valuing perseverance too highly?
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Match the following concepts with their definitions:
Match the following concepts with their definitions:
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What is a misconception about effort addressed in the content?
What is a misconception about effort addressed in the content?
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Hard work alone guarantees academic success.
Hard work alone guarantees academic success.
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What is a suggested balance that teachers and parents should communicate to students regarding effort and results?
What is a suggested balance that teachers and parents should communicate to students regarding effort and results?
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Celebrating industriousness has been beneficial without any negative consequences.
Celebrating industriousness has been beneficial without any negative consequences.
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The true measure of learning is not the time and energy put in, but the ______ and skills taken out.
The true measure of learning is not the time and energy put in, but the ______ and skills taken out.
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What is the ideal outcome when students believe that skills are _______?
What is the ideal outcome when students believe that skills are _______?
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According to the content, what is often the ideal response to a disappointing grade?
According to the content, what is often the ideal response to a disappointing grade?
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Match the following concepts with their corresponding explanations:
Match the following concepts with their corresponding explanations:
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Grade grubbing is always a sign of entitlement.
Grade grubbing is always a sign of entitlement.
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What might be a reason students fail despite hard work, according to the content?
What might be a reason students fail despite hard work, according to the content?
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Study Notes
Student Expectations of Effort-Based Grades
- Students are increasingly demanding grades based on effort rather than achievement.
- Surveys show two-thirds of college students believe effort should factor into grades.
- A third believe they should receive at least a B simply for class attendance.
The Growth Mindset and Effort
- Carol Dweck's research showed praising effort, not ability, fosters resilience.
- A "growth mindset" emphasizes the ability to improve skills.
- The idea of praising effort spread through popular media and reinforced the American ideal of hard work.
- Effort is important for developing a strong work ethic, especially for students without prior success or privilege, compared to a focus on participation trophies.
The Problem with Overemphasizing Effort
- The focus on effort has become excessive in education.
- Effort does not guarantee quality work or positive outcomes.
- Students may focus on effort over finding better strategies.
- Example provided: prioritizing all-nighters over effective study habits.
Grades and Effort: A More Balanced Perspective
- Poor teaching, unrealistic workloads, or biased grading can contribute to student frustration.
- Grades may not always reflect the effort put in, especially when dealing with sleep deprivation or lack of improvement.
- Emphasizing good outcomes over sheer effort is crucial.
- Grades should recognize progress and performance, not just the time and energy invested.
- Achievement depends on many factors (e.g., ability, opportunity, luck), not just effort.
A Better Approach to Grades
- Seek feedback to improve academic performance.
- Working smarter, sometimes, is more effective than working harder.
- Mastery of material, not just effort, dictates success.
- A's are earned through a demonstration of complete mastery of course material, not merely effort.
- Teachers should motivate excellence, not just effort.
- Quality of work, participation, and performance should be part of the evaluation process.
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Explore the growing trend of grading based on student effort rather than achievement. This quiz delves into the implications of a 'growth mindset' championed by Carol Dweck and the potential drawbacks of overemphasizing effort in academic settings. Understand the balance between motivation and quality work.
