growth mindset
What is a growth mindset?
A growth mindset is when students understand that their abilities can be developed,People are born with unique genetic structures, meaning they are initially better than others at different things. However, those with a growth mindset believe that one can always improve, catch up, or even surpass others’ natural talents. This is where teachers play a crucial role in shaping a student’s confidence and outlook on school through productive, continuous feedback. that as humans, we operate in both a fixed and growth mindset, Most humans have a fixed mindset about jumping (unaided) off a cliff. No amount of belief in your ability to fly; no amount of “hard word and practice” (e.g. jumping off a stair, a table, etc.) will prepare you to fly. Knowing that you cannot fly and that no amount of work will change your ability to fly, is a normal, appropriate (life-saving) fixed mindset.
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Fixed Mindset: “In a fixed mindset, people believe that their primary qualities, such as their intelligence or talent, are simply fixed traits. They spend their time documenting their intelligence or talents rather than developing them. They also believe that only talent makes success—without effort.
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Growth Mindset: “In a growth mindset, people believe that their core abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work - brains and talents are just the starting point. This view creates a love of learning and the flexibility that is essential to great achievement.
how to keep growth mindset?
- Try one new thing every day.
- Allow yourself to dream. Every new adventure or achievement begins with a dream.
- Acknowledge and embrace imperfections.
- Be your own cheerleader.
- Cultivate a sense of purpose.
- Have faith in your own ability.
- Emphasise growth over speed.
- Focus on the experience, not the end result.
Ways To Continue Developing Your Career
- Read.
- With all of those self-improvement books available, you will find no shortage of books to read (or listen to) on every aspect of career or professional development.
- Take A Course.
- Whether you take a college or university course on campus or you sign up for an online class or attend a webinar, the opportunities for learning in any venue are almost endless. Just check them out. Find a reputable institution, entity, or individual and take a course that will build your resume and help you grow professionally.
- Join A Professional Group Or Association.
- Most professions have some sort of professional organization that you can join. You should join them and subscribe to (and read) their journals. Stay up to date on the conversations that members are having. Join their LinkedIn Groups and participate by contributing directly or responding and sharing other people’s content. Staying current in this day and age is critical because change happens so rapidly. You cannot afford not to keep up, so stay current by staying in touch with your colleagues. Attend association conferences when you can. Network whenever you have the opportunity.