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Educational Methods

2017

Georgia Southern University

Growth Mindset

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Growth Mindset –The Answer To “Why Do I Need To Know This?”, Carmen D. Long Mar 2017

Growth Mindset –The Answer To “Why Do I Need To Know This?”, Carmen D. Long

National Youth Advocacy and Resilience Conference

Students deserve a meaningful answer to the question “Why do I need to know this?” They are often given empty reasons like, “we must review the standards based curriculum” or “it is on the test”. These answers are not motivating to any students. We will discuss practical strategies to encourage Growth Mindset approach to difficult life experiences and academic challenges.