Reflect: Analyze the example above, and consider which mindset (growth or fixed) each student demonstrates during their first math class. Now, reflect on your own beliefs about school and learning. Based on what you learned in the video and article, do you think your intellectual abilities are fixed or able to be developed? How does your mindset change as you approach different tasks?
Write: As you consider your own beliefs and mindset, address the following in your response.
In your own words, define the terms fixed mindset and growth mindset.
Describe a situation (i.e., personal, professional, or academic) where you had a fixed mindset. What thoughts did you have or comments did you make to reflect a fixed mindset?
How could you have changed your thoughts to reflect this idea of a growth mindset?
Explain how having a growth mindset will help you persevere to graduation.
Your initial post must be at least 250 words in length.