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Utilizing The Growth Mindset To Boost Perseverance And Academic Achievement, Emily Anderson
Utilizing The Growth Mindset To Boost Perseverance And Academic Achievement, Emily Anderson
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In order to be successful in academics and life, children must have a certain level of perseverance, or willingness to work through challenges. Without perseverance, a child may quickly give up or request assistance and, thus, stunt his or her learning and potential. Due to its important implications for success, it would be beneficial for educators to develop perseverance in their students. One method for building perseverance in children is by fostering a growth mindset. A growth mindset is a belief that traits, such as intelligence, are malleable, often through effort and perseverance. When fostered by educators, a growth mindset …