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Summary:
In this TED Talk, Carol Dweck summarizes her research into growth and fixed mindsets. She discusses the “power of yet” : how teaching students to see difficulty not as a failure but rather an opportunity to grow and learn. She cite numerous studies that show teaching kids to embrace “yet” rather than giving up can help them achieve way beyond traditional expectations. By rewarding and praising effort and process, students will be better equipped to deal with difficulty throughout their lives. Dweck’s theories of growth and fixed mindset challenge the way we traditionally teach and create expectations for our students.
Evaluation:
Dweck’s research has great implications for the classroom and the way we approach learning as educators. She also makes the point that we need to rethink the way we give praise in the classroom. Traditionally, we praise and reward achievement (students who get the correct answer right now). In doing so, we aren't building kids up to become lifelong learners. This video is a good introduction to Dweck and her research. Educators can implement her theories into their own teaching practice, but also use it themselves to grow as professionals. After viewing her TED Talk, I am excited to learn more about Dweck’s theories by reading her book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success.
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