Unit Objectives

After completing this unit the learner will be able to:

Reflect on Individual Classroom Mindset

Define Growth and Fixed Mindset
Research professional articles in support of a growth mindset
Identify key personality traits of a growth mindset.

Mindset

Mindset- An attitude, set of ideas held by some, their disposition, or their mood. It is how people perceive themselves and theorize about themselves.

What's My Classroom Mindset

To begin, let's explore how you view your current classroom or experience.

"You may choose to assess the mindset of a single classroom or that of the whole school. To get the most accurate feedback, answer as honestly as you can, thinking about what things look like on the level of daily practice (rather than the ideal to which you aspire). In the feedback, you will get tips on ways that you can build a classroom environment that supports students as learners most effectively."

Follow the link below and complete the survey from Mindset Works Inc.

Mindset Works Classroom Survey

What is Growth Mindset?

Growth Mindset- Intelligence can be developed through the right attitude and perspective.

“In a growth mindset, people believe that their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work—brains and talent are just the starting point. This view creates a love of learning and a resilience that is essential for great accomplishment,” Carol Dweck

Hidden curriculum (2014, August 26). In S. Abbott (Ed.), The glossary of education reform. Retrieved from http://edglossary.org/growth-mindset/

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What is Fixed Mindset?

Fixed Mindset- Intelligence is something that you are born with and the extent that you can learn is limited by your natural born abilities.

“In a fixed mindset, people believe their basic qualities, like their intelligence or talent, are simply fixed traits. They spend their time documenting their intelligence or talent instead of developing them. They also believe that talent alone creates success—without effort.” Carol Dweck

Hidden curriculum (2014, August 26). In S. Abbott (Ed.), The glossary of education reform. Retrieved from http://edglossary.org/growth-mindset/

Video Explaining Fixed vs. Growth Mindset

Activity: Identifying Growth and Fixed Mindset

Evidence in Support of Growth Mindset

Changing Mindsets

Review this extensive study (link below) conducted by The Education Endowment Foundation, an independent grant-making charity dedicated to economic resources and achievement, ensuring that children from all backgrounds can fulfill their potential and make the most of their talents, which set out to improve academics through encouraging and fostering a growth mindset.

1. Summarize the scientific study.

2. Identify the significance of the results.

3. Using the "Discussion Tab": Discuss the value of a growth mindset in an economically disadvantaged family.

Changing Mindsets Study

The Growth Mindset Starts in the Brain

There is empirical evidence developing and fostering a growth mindset can physically alter the composition of the brain and delves into the neuroplasticity of the mind. This article explores through MRI's and advanced imaging how modifying a subject's level of mindfulness and mindset can create or resuscitate neuron connections.

1. Summarize the article's viewpoint on the capabilities a growth mindset.

2. What's value is there in observing the effects of the empirical evidence?

3. Reflect on how these observations are encouraging.

The Growth Mindset Starts in the Brain

Finding Clues from Heroes of the Past

Behind the success of many historical figures is a growth mindset. Watch, read, and dive into the minds of those who have succeeded.

Case Study 1: Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs is known to most as the CEO and co-founder of Apple inc. He is identifiable as a person who often displayed the characteristics of a growth mindset. Below are different video clips of Steve Jobs sharing his views on life, failure, and success. Watch each video and notate quotes, personality traits, and words related to growth-mindset.

Steve Jobs on Failure

Steve Jobs on Sucess

Steve Jobs' Vision of the World

Case Study 2: Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison (1847-1931) - One of the founding fathers of our countries industrial dominance, inventor, and author who overcame the odds of being poor, having a short attention span, and very little access to academic resources to succeed in life. Read through Edison's biography to reflect on how he overcame deficiencies and embodied a growth mindset.

Thomas Edison Biography

Case Study 3: Professional Athletes (past and present)

Read quotes taken from various celebrated professional athletes. Think about how these quotes demonstrate a growth mindset.

Famous Athlete Quotes on Success:

"I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something, but I can’t accept not trying again."

"Modesty should be typical of the success of a champion." -Marshall Walter “Major” Taylor

"You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take." -Wayne Gretzky

"As a professional athlete a lot is going to be said about you – but I just try to move forward and try to achieve my goals." -LeBron James

"Never let the fear of striking out get in your way." -Babe Ruth

Activity: Journal Reflection of Learning

1. What character traits were consistent among the learning subjects?

2. How did the subjects overcome obstacles and exhibit a growth mindset?

3. Using "Discussion Tab" answer: How did the quotes from the professional athletes effect you?

Module 1 Checklist

Before you continue to the module reflection. Check to make sure you have challenged yourself in each task.

DID YOU?

Learn About Mindset

Complete classroom survey on Mindset Works: Mindset Works Classroom Survey
Read growth and fixed mindset definitions
Watch Related Growth Mindset Videos: The Basics: Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
Complete Kahoot Activity: Kahoot Interactive Mobile Game

Research Professional Articles and Studies

Review extensive study conducted by The Education Endowment Foundation entitled Changing Mindsets.
Answer provided questions on study (in personal journal/notes).
Review article: The Growth Mindset Starts in the Brain
Answer provided questions on the article (in personal journal).

Identify Growth Mindset Traits

Watch videos of Steve Jobs on Failure, Sucess, Life
Read Thomas Edison Biography
Explore memorable quotes from famous professional athletes
Answer provided questions (in personal journal/discussion tab)

Reflecting on Module 1

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ACTIVITY:The goal of this activity is to reflect on the various traits discussed in this module.

Make a list of unique character traits of a person with agrowth mindset.
Make second list of unique character traits of a person with a fixed mindset.
You will need these lists to complete the culminating activity for Module 1

Resources

http://edglossary.org/growth-mindset/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5e4smtpKcuI

http://www.biography.com/people/thomas-edison-9284349

https://www.tes.com/lessons/lm8I79aiafZA9A/growth-mindsets

http://frasermindset.weebly.com/about-growth-mindset.html

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