In the words of Carol Dweck, “Becoming is better than being.” As novice sixth grade math and English teachers, we’ve learned to approach our mid-year benchmark assessments not as final judgments but ...

A growth mindset is the belief we can improve through dedicated effort to do so. It's not a case that you either have a growth mindset or you don't. Various factors can make us more or less likely to ...

“I’ll never be able to afford to travel” → “I can’t afford to travel yet.” “I’m a horrible dancer” → “I haven’t learned how to dance yet.” “I’m terrible with names” → “I haven’t learned your name yet.

Your mindset is a powerful determinant of how creative you are. Open up your thinking and you open up the possibilities for a ...

A new online course aims to train instructors on how to incorporate a growth mindset into existing teaching practices, as it can positively impact student experience and outcomes.

Mindset check: we’ve all been stuck, feeling like we can’t improve. But here’s the secret—your brain is a hidden superhero, ready to level up. A growth mindset isn’t just a self-help buzzword; it’s ...

I was introduced to a book called Education of a CEO by Bill Yeargin. One specific section got my attention, and it’s something, whether we know it or not, we wrestle with every day – A Growth Mindset ...

In the business world, a “growth mindset” is often prized for its ability to motivate employees and drive them toward success. Leaders and employees who pursue growth and improvement every day tend to ...

The Hechinger Report covers one topic: education. Sign up for our newsletters to have stories delivered to your inbox. Consider becoming a member to support our nonprofit journalism. Two meta-analyses ...

If you want to learn to paint, you might take a class and spend time practicing and honing your skills. Even though your first painting might not be all you hoped for, you feel that if you keep ...