Module 6: Growth Mindset
A person’s theory about their own intelligence can have a significant impact on their motivation, effort, and approach to challenges. Those who believe ability is malleable are more likely to embrace challenges and persist despite failure. Carol Dweck is an expert in mindset and her research, along with that of others, demonstrates how different mindsets lead to different patterns of behaviour and success. In this module, you will explore the impact that growth mindset can have on students and educators.
Growth vs.Fixed Mindset
Instead of:
I’m not good at music.
I’m never going to get this right!
Grrr. I hate making mistakes.
This song is too hard.
This will just have to be good enough.
She is so good at singing. I’ll never be that good.
He plays so well. I’ll never be able to play like that.
I give up!
This new music is weird. I don’t want to hear it.
This piece is too hard. I’m not going to try it.
Musicians say:
I can be better at music if I practice!
What am I missing that could help me improve?
Mistakes can help me learn.
This is going to take some practice, but I can do it!
Is this my best effort? How can I improve?
I’m going to figure out what she’s doing and try it.
I’ll ask him for some tips. I know I can work hard too.
I think I’ll try some of the strategies I’ve learned.
This is new to me, but different can be good. I’ll give it a chance!
This piece is tricky, but I’m going to try it anyway.
