Summary: For students who would like paper copies of all of our readings and viewings so far. You can pick up your copies on the 2nd floor of the Kiyoiku Kikitou at my office door box anytime.

Today, we discussed the reading of Carol Dweck’s article on growth mindsets and Cobb (2020, April 29). Some themes that came up were the person’s right to pursue their happiness, be productive, and having the confidence to share skills and knowledge with others (in education, work, and life).  

Here are exciting videos related to the Dweck (2010) reading:

Spencer, J. (2017, March 27). Growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset. [Video]. YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1CHPnZfFmU

Brainology program video introduction:

Brainology. (2010, November 26). Brainology program introduction video [Video].

YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pF5yB31IT5Y

Dweck, C. S. (2010). Mind-sets. Principal Leadership, 10(5), 26-29. 

https://www.inflexion.org/mind-sets-and-equitable-education/

Then we reviewed Angela Lee Duckworth’s research on grit and the connection to growth mindsets:

Duckworth, A. L. (2011, July). Grit: The power of passion and perseverance. [Video]. Ted

Conference.

Homework due before class on 06/29/2022 in your Google Doc:

1. Complete your three-question reflection in your Google Doc share file.

2. Please read and take 2 to 3 pages of notes in keywords from a source that you haven’t viewed or read yet.

Duckworth, A. L. (2011, July). Grit: The power of passion and perseverance. [Video]. TED

Conference.  https://www.ted.com/talks/angela_lee_duckworth_grit_the_power_of_passion_and_perseverance

or

Spencer, J. (2017, March 27). Growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset. [Video]. YouTube. 

Future readings if you want to work ahead:

Alternatives to School. (2017). Benefits of self-directed learning. Alternatives to School.    

         http://alternativestoschool.com/articles/benefits-self-directed-learning/

Association for Psychological Science. (2012, October 4). What makes self-directed

learning effective? ScienceDaily. 

 www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/10/121004134843.htm