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What method is suggested to help younger students develop a growth mindset?
What method is suggested to help younger students develop a growth mindset?
- Encouraging competition among peers
- Peer tutoring with older students (correct)
- Limiting student interactions
- Assigning fixed tasks with strict rules
How should educators convey the significance of slower learning?
How should educators convey the significance of slower learning?
- It is essential in demonstrating deeper understanding. (correct)
- It is irrelevant to the learning process.
- Quick learning is always better.
- It should be avoided as it wastes time.
What should educators do when students make mistakes?
What should educators do when students make mistakes?
- Criticize them for their errors.
- Ignore the mistakes to avoid discouragement.
- Use feedback to explore what can be learned. (correct)
- Encourage them to hide their mistakes.
What attitude should educators model when facing challenges?
What attitude should educators model when facing challenges?
How should challenges be presented to students according to Dweck?
How should challenges be presented to students according to Dweck?
What is a benefit of coupling growth-mindset and fixed-mindset learners?
What is a benefit of coupling growth-mindset and fixed-mindset learners?
Which approach helps foster a growth mindset according to the ideas presented?
Which approach helps foster a growth mindset according to the ideas presented?
What should educators focus on to enhance student growth?
What should educators focus on to enhance student growth?
What does having a growth mindset likely result in according to Dweck?
What does having a growth mindset likely result in according to Dweck?
What happens to children when they fail or are criticized, according to the findings discussed?
What happens to children when they fail or are criticized, according to the findings discussed?
What was a major focus of Dweck's research?
What was a major focus of Dweck's research?
Which academic institution did Dweck NOT work at?
Which academic institution did Dweck NOT work at?
What is Dweck's view on the relationship between self-esteem and learning?
What is Dweck's view on the relationship between self-esteem and learning?
What does Dweck identify as crucial for learners to reach their full potential?
What does Dweck identify as crucial for learners to reach their full potential?
Which degree did Dweck earn first?
Which degree did Dweck earn first?
How does Dweck view the common belief that intelligence alone is enough to succeed?
How does Dweck view the common belief that intelligence alone is enough to succeed?
How long has Dweck dedicated her research to motivation and achievement?
How long has Dweck dedicated her research to motivation and achievement?
What does Dweck suggest about identifying talent in young children?
What does Dweck suggest about identifying talent in young children?
What was one of the primary methods Dweck used to study her research topic?
What was one of the primary methods Dweck used to study her research topic?
What common trait do prodigies share, according to Dweck?
What common trait do prodigies share, according to Dweck?
What type of psychology does Dweck primarily identify with?
What type of psychology does Dweck primarily identify with?
What outcome may result from fostering a growth mindset in children?
What outcome may result from fostering a growth mindset in children?
What key demographic aspects did Dweck's research encompass?
What key demographic aspects did Dweck's research encompass?
According to the findings, how can educators impact a child's self-esteem?
According to the findings, how can educators impact a child's self-esteem?
What is a critical aspect of feedback according to the discussed theories?
What is a critical aspect of feedback according to the discussed theories?
What type of praise should be avoided to foster a growth mindset?
What type of praise should be avoided to foster a growth mindset?
How does process orientated praise benefit students?
How does process orientated praise benefit students?
An example of task orientated praise is:
An example of task orientated praise is:
What does Dweck suggest is important in teaching children?
What does Dweck suggest is important in teaching children?
How can introducing stories of past students impact current learners?
How can introducing stories of past students impact current learners?
What common misconception does personal orientated praise reinforce?
What common misconception does personal orientated praise reinforce?
What aspect is essential for students to interpret setbacks positively?
What aspect is essential for students to interpret setbacks positively?
What type of praise is suggested to promote more lasting confidence and motivation?
What type of praise is suggested to promote more lasting confidence and motivation?
Which principle is recommended when giving feedback to students?
Which principle is recommended when giving feedback to students?
What is one characteristic educators should model for students according to the ideas presented?
What is one characteristic educators should model for students according to the ideas presented?
What should feedback include to support future improvement?
What should feedback include to support future improvement?
Dweck's research primarily focuses on which aspect of student development?
Dweck's research primarily focuses on which aspect of student development?
Which statement best represents Dweck's classification of people?
Which statement best represents Dweck's classification of people?
Which educational practice is recommended for fostering a growth mindset?
Which educational practice is recommended for fostering a growth mindset?
What is the emphasis of Dweck's recommendations for feedback?
What is the emphasis of Dweck's recommendations for feedback?
What was the primary focus of Dweck's early research?
What was the primary focus of Dweck's early research?
What does Dweck argue is detrimental to children's self-esteem and achievement?
What does Dweck argue is detrimental to children's self-esteem and achievement?
Which book was named 'book of the year' by the World Education Fellowship?
Which book was named 'book of the year' by the World Education Fellowship?
What concept does Dweck promote to help develop children's learning?
What concept does Dweck promote to help develop children's learning?
What aspect of motivation is a recurring theme in Dweck's research?
What aspect of motivation is a recurring theme in Dweck's research?
Which publication has Dweck's work NOT featured in?
Which publication has Dweck's work NOT featured in?
What does Dweck suggest about understanding how the brain works?
What does Dweck suggest about understanding how the brain works?
What is one of the practical implications of Dweck's theories in the classroom?
What is one of the practical implications of Dweck's theories in the classroom?
Flashcards
Carol Dweck's Research Focus
Carol Dweck's Research Focus
Carol Dweck's research investigates motivation, achievement, and how people cope with failure, especially in challenging situations.
Dweck's Mindset Theory
Dweck's Mindset Theory
Dweck's theory suggests that individuals hold either a fixed or a growth mindset, impacting their success and well-being in various areas of life.
Fixed Mindset
Fixed Mindset
A belief that abilities are inherent and unchangeable.
Growth Mindset
Growth Mindset
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Carol Dweck's Educational Background
Carol Dweck's Educational Background
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Research Participants
Research Participants
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Current Position
Current Position
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Societal Impact
Societal Impact
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Learned Helplessness
Learned Helplessness
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Self-Theories
Self-Theories
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Mindset
Mindset
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Motivation in Learning
Motivation in Learning
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Impact of Praise
Impact of Praise
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Resilience
Resilience
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Praise for effort vs. ability
Praise for effort vs. ability
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Task-oriented praise
Task-oriented praise
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How to develop growth mindset
How to develop growth mindset
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Growth mindset examples
Growth mindset examples
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Growth mindset and setbacks
Growth mindset and setbacks
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Personal vs. process-oriented praise
Personal vs. process-oriented praise
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Growth mindset and success
Growth mindset and success
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Importance of stories in building growth mindset
Importance of stories in building growth mindset
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What happens to children who fail?
What happens to children who fail?
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Dweck's View on Self-Esteem
Dweck's View on Self-Esteem
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Motivation's Role in Intelligence
Motivation's Role in Intelligence
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Intelligence vs. Passion
Intelligence vs. Passion
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What's More Important: Ability or Fascination?
What's More Important: Ability or Fascination?
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Dweck's Argument Against 'Smart' Children
Dweck's Argument Against 'Smart' Children
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Impact of Dweck's Research
Impact of Dweck's Research
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Peer Tutoring's Impact
Peer Tutoring's Impact
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Coupling Mindsets
Coupling Mindsets
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Computer Games and Growth Mindset
Computer Games and Growth Mindset
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Meaningful Learning
Meaningful Learning
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Educator's Role: Fostering Growth Mindset
Educator's Role: Fostering Growth Mindset
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Mistakes as Opportunities
Mistakes as Opportunities
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Challenges as Fun
Challenges as Fun
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Modeling Growth Mindset
Modeling Growth Mindset
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Process Praise
Process Praise
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Intelligence Praise
Intelligence Praise
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Outcome Praise
Outcome Praise
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Appropriate Challenge
Appropriate Challenge
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'Not Yet'
'Not Yet'
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Study Notes
Learning Outcomes
- Students should be able to appreciate Dweck's ideas about mindsets and their connection to motivation in learning.
- Distinguish between fixed and growth mindsets, and relate these to entity and incremental theories.
- Apply principles of fostering a growth mindset in students, including strategies for managing challenges and appropriate praise.
- Critically evaluate Dweck's concepts.
Key Words
- Fixed mindsets
- Growth mindsets
- Learned helplessness
- Entity theory
- Incremental theory
- Contingent self-worth
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Test your understanding of Dweck's theories on mindsets and their impact on motivation in learning. This quiz covers the distinction between fixed and growth mindsets, entity and incremental theories, and strategies to foster a growth mindset in students. Challenge your critical evaluation skills and apply what you've learned.