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Gravity
When a student learns that they are in control of their mindset, they will have control of their future successes,

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Retrain to think that way will take practice.

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Retrain to think that way will take practice.

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Students need to learn that their education is something that they do rather than something that is done to them.

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Students need to learn that their education is something that they do rather than something that is done to them.

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someone's fixed mindset can become reshaped into a positive mindset

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It will take some practice to retrain how we speak and respond to our students, but worth it

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Greater happiness =  greater success. Changing the way you may work or approach a situation, can give you a positive outlook.

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It seems that the teacher is often looked upon to model "proper" behavior constantly.  So, if we accept the concept of growth mindsets, then we can reinforce that concept with the students.

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It seems that the teacher is often looked upon to model "proper" behavior constantly.  So, if we accept the concept of growth mindsets, then we can reinforce that concept with the students.

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One day you could be a fixed mindset and the next day you could have a growth mindset.

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We have to retrain ourselves to be open in our thinking of our kids so that we can empower them to be open to themselves and their potential.

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While grading the finals, I decided to take the very approach Gravity just discussed.  Instead of looking at all I perceived I didn't teach students because there were so many inaccurate responses, I decided to focus on at least one thing they seemed to have done correctly, which indicated one thing that they had actually learned.  This helped me to finish the grading without being so terribly  frustrated.

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While grading the finals, I decided to take the very approach Gravity just discussed.  Instead of looking at all I perceived I didn't teach students because there were so many inaccurate responses, I decided to focus on at least one thing they seemed to have done correctly, which indicated one thing that they had actually learned.  This helped me to finish the grading without being so terribly  frustrated.

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Mindsets change according to the task.

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The happier you are, the more successful you are.

Mindsets are not fixed, they can be changed.

Not all or nothing ... Mindsets can change daily

How can we help to shift mindsets?

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Focus on student, then the skill.
Encourage with positive language and allow students to feel empowered in the process.

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Mindsets can change daily. Our focus as teachers is to help our students have a growth gravity.

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Observe what the students can do in order to determine what their next step should be.

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Have students write on a post it note what they want to learn this year as it applies to the class subject. Put our post it notes on the wall and together look at what they want to focus on.

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Gather information about student interests

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first days, observe what kind of learner the student is and review their interests

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First Days of School look for attitudes, abilities (skills), behaviors, interests that suggest student current mindsets

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First Days of School look for attitudes, abilities (skills), behaviors, interests that suggest student current mindsets

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Welcome my students to a new year and rebuild our family trust in learning

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Establish sense of community and family...we are all here to learn and we are each responsible for our own learning but there's lots of help along the journey.

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Explain to students that learning  is more than just earning a grade; effort and perseverance are a continuous part of the process toward learning and that some things will be more challenging than others, but effort and perseverance will be the greatest factors in achieving their goals and  growth.  You can equate this with life.  Your birth is an event.  Your growth is a process. A grade is an event in your life, but achieving that grade is a process.  Therefore, the focus will be less on the grade earned and more on how the grade was earned.  More discussion of the journey to the grade/answer/etc..

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Explain to students that learning  is more than just earning a grade; effort and perseverance are a continuous part of the process toward learning and that some things will be more challenging than others, but effort and perseverance will be the greatest factors in achieving their goals and  growth.  You can equate this with life.  Your birth is an event.  Your growth is a process. A grade is an event in your life, but achieving that grade is a process.  Therefore, the focus will be less on the grade earned and more on how the grade was earned.  More discussion of the journey to the grade/answer/etc..

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This means I too must spend more analyzing what I am doing in terms of preparing for the process

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“Growing” in a difficult area isn’t just about thinking
about it but being mindful about how I’m going to do it. 

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“Growing” in a difficult area isn’t just about thinking
about it but being mindful about how I’m going to do it. 

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Helping the students struggle is helping them grow and learn.

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We should try to avoid saying that a student has a fixed mindset

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It is a constant process to adopt a growth mindset.

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Changing the strategies sometimes will help the students grow and learn. Not all students will use the same strategy, sometimes it has to vary.

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It's important to teach them to respect the process and the value we can gain from looking at what we're doing and how to make it better.

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I love the idea of conferring with a student and telling them, "Let's talk about what you've tried,  and what you can try next."

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I love the idea of conferring with a student and telling them, "Let's talk about what you've tried,  and what you can try next."

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a growth mindset vs fixed mindset... getting the student to believe that they know they can but in a different way

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Growth mindset isn't just about effort, but students need to try new strategies to learn and improve

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Being self aware of your triggers in the classroom can be the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset. There are certain student’s that may trigger a fixed mindset in you, and therefore cause them to do the same.

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This has a chance of blossoming in each class.
Positive messages on the board.
Encouraging feedback from peers and teacher.
Recognize old patterns that don't work and suggest new ones

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The language we use to encourage students can make a difference in their growth and learning.

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Discussions and strategies play a huge role in learning. It is important to recognize the use of strategies to encourage growth in the classroom. We need to also encourage ourselves as teachers. In order to have a growth mindset in the classroom, we have to set the example as a person who utilizes a growth mindset.

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It's important to encourage students to try many different methods to answer a question, solve a problem.  

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It's important to encourage students to try many different methods to answer a question, solve a problem.  

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1.I can't control a home life, but I can guide a beneficial school/ classroom life. 

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1.I can't control a home life, but I can guide a beneficial school/ classroom life. 

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2.With any challenge, I can accept positive or negative thoughts and feelings, work through them, and continue to work through them.

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It does seem that in later years, more focus has been placed on not allowing students to feel bad if they have been unable to comprehend information.  Somehow that has often translated to the student that his/her   effort is the end goal instead of the learning.

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It does seem that in later years, more focus has been placed on not allowing students to feel bad if they have been unable to comprehend information.  Somehow that has often translated to the student that his/her   effort is the end goal instead of the learning.

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be willing to learn and teach new strategies and learn from others through discussions, hands on learning

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be willing to learn and teach new strategies and learn from others through discussions, hands on learning

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Teaching isn't about just teaching skills or concepts; it's about helping students to approach new or difficult material with an open mind, as well.  Students need to learn that they can change their established mind-sets to help themselves.

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Teaching isn't about just teaching skills or concepts; it's about helping students to approach new or difficult material with an open mind, as well.  Students need to learn that they can change their established mind-sets to help themselves.

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I found it interesting that we can't just encourage kids to "keep trying"--we have to identify the strategies they are using and redirect.  This can be very difficult in large classes where the work is complex

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I found it interesting that we can't just encourage kids to "keep trying"--we have to identify the strategies they are using and redirect.  This can be very difficult in large classes where the work is complex

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"Students need to try new strategies and seek input from others when they're stuck." I am seeing the idea of partnerships/group work being reinforced here!

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with all challenges, I try to take it one step at a time. It's hard to ask for help but usually it's best.

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Take a deep breath.
Put myself in a positive / can do frame of mind.
Begin to research
Talk to someone else who has experience and generate ideas from that conversation.
Dive in and get it done.

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Growth - find it really only happens in adversity.  Perseverence is most important factor, as it includes pursuing any and all steps to break through.

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Growth - find it really only happens in adversity.  Perseverence is most important factor, as it includes pursuing any and all steps to break through.

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I hate crossword puzzles. I'm terrible at them. However, if I do it with someone else, I find that I don't give up as quickly. 

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I hate crossword puzzles. I'm terrible at them. However, if I do it with someone else, I find that I don't give up as quickly. 

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Going back to school to get 16 more credits.

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Going back to school to get 16 more credits.

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Walk daily; call at least one friend over the weekend; recognize negative energy and walk toward positive energy.
Lotta walkin' . . .

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practice, practice, look for new approaches to learn

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practice, practice, look for new approaches to learn

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-brainstorm of possible ways to reassess the issue
-ask for advice from positive people
-get out and do something active

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1. Gym
2. Going every day
3. Doing one more minute or round when I want to be finished.

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When I have something difficult to learn and master, first, I research the topic/idea/skill (books, magazines, online).  Then, I talk to someone who is considered an "expert" in the area.  Next, I try it out for myself. (practice, practice, practice)  Then, I will present the topic/idea, or I perform the skill/task to an "audience." 

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When I have something difficult to learn and master, first, I research the topic/idea/skill (books, magazines, online).  Then, I talk to someone who is considered an "expert" in the area.  Next, I try it out for myself. (practice, practice, practice)  Then, I will present the topic/idea, or I perform the skill/task to an "audience." 

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Anything mechanical is a huge problem for me.  Like fixing something or building something.  I usually avoid these tasks completely.  If I had to, I would use a youtube video to find some instruction and then be ready to invest a vast amount of time and make many, many mistakes.  If I truly gave myself to this process, I think I could learn how to fix something specific or build something specific.

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Anything mechanical is a huge problem for me.  Like fixing something or building something.  I usually avoid these tasks completely.  If I had to, I would use a youtube video to find some instruction and then be ready to invest a vast amount of time and make many, many mistakes.  If I truly gave myself to this process, I think I could learn how to fix something specific or build something specific.

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1. Simplify the larger picture.
2. Create steps to achieve it:

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I was challenged with whether or not I should sign up for the Google Pilot for this coming school year. I kept telling myself I wasn't cut out for it. I asked myself and others if I was cut out for it. As for the process, I broke everything down (I broke down whether or not I was good at Docs, Slides, etc). I finally decided just to do it, because no matter what I will learn from my mistakes.

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Work with friends who are runners; force myself into races; force myself to put on my running shoes and get out the door - work harder

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At first computers were a huge challenge for me. My children would laugh at my questions and quickly show me without giving me step by step instruction or allowing me to do it.  Then, when I tried to do it myself, I was lost again.  Using textbook instruction, taking workshops, and having peers help me to take  risks has helped a lot. 

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At first computers were a huge challenge for me. My children would laugh at my questions and quickly show me without giving me step by step instruction or allowing me to do it.  Then, when I tried to do it myself, I was lost again.  Using textbook instruction, taking workshops, and having peers help me to take  risks has helped a lot. 

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I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.-Maya Angelou

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Playing sports, being a member of clubs.

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Playing sports, being a member of clubs.

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If you were a student who did not get A's and did not sit quietly you are "not applying yourself" and you are a "trouble

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Reading, English and spelling were my favorite classes.  I was in a higher grade level for English and reading, and I felt proud.  (Math was a different story!)

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Reading, English and spelling were my favorite classes.  I was in a higher grade level for English and reading, and I felt proud.  (Math was a different story!)

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I enjoyed school, liked helping my teachers.  (elementary)

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I remember having the most difficult time learning to read in first grade. I'm still not sure how I ever learned.

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I remember having the most difficult time learning to read in first grade. I'm still not sure how I ever learned.

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I remember the first word I ever sounded out and read on my own.  Eat.  The teacher praised me and I was amazed that I did that and wondered how.

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I remember the first word I ever sounded out and read on my own.  Eat.  The teacher praised me and I was amazed that I did that and wondered how.

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Focus was only on students who were high achieving

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Focus was only on students who were high achieving

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I remember a high school writing teacher who made me feel like I was the worst writer even though I purposely took the class because I liked writing and thought I was a decent writer up until that point.  

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I remember a high school writing teacher who made me feel like I was the worst writer even though I purposely took the class because I liked writing and thought I was a decent writer up until that point.  

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My fifth grade teacher allowed me to do independent research projects when my schoolwork was completed.  She encouraged my desire to learn.

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My fifth grade teacher allowed me to do independent research projects when my schoolwork was completed.  She encouraged my desire to learn.

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Memories-I had a strict third grade teacher, made me very anxious. 

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Memories-I had a strict third grade teacher, made me very anxious. 

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-Extra help with Mrs. Risk
-Mrs. Roger's taking the time to helping me in spelling

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I remember being quiet. Afraid to share my thoughts.

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I remember being quiet. Afraid to share my thoughts.

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Thinking not valued as much as final product/end result.

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School memories: being one student in a class of 59! and trying to stand out and be noticed.

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School memories: being one student in a class of 59! and trying to stand out and be noticed.

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I always responded best to teachers who were positive and upbeat. As a child, I could tell the difference between teachers who loved to teach and teachers who treated it just as a job.

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I remember having a second grade teacher that made personal connections with all of her students.

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I remember in sixth grade always being told I was wrong when it came to reading. I never was doing it "right". My answers were always "wrong". It made me hate reading!
I did have a third grade teacher and a fifth grade teacher that inspired me to become a teacher!

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For the most part I had positive teachers that encouraged thinking and learning, but there were a few that stuck out as just "going through the motions"

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Catholic School-Nuns   Worked very hard to please, but was never asked what I thought.  High School was a change and I had a chance to express my thoughts.

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Answers were always wrong in class discussion.

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Nuns were tough but penmanship was great.
Studied in school so I could enjoy friends and activities after. Connie DiGiorgio was the best teacher because she showed that she cared.

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I remember my AP English classes being socratic in nature.  Most other classes were mostly instructor centered.  Even so, some teachers were very good at building relationships with students and drawing them into the lessons and the goals of the lesson.

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I remember my AP English classes being socratic in nature.  Most other classes were mostly instructor centered.  Even so, some teachers were very good at building relationships with students and drawing them into the lessons and the goals of the lesson.

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Great summer; wanted to make Sept. just as good by getting started now. Then, I can spend more time getting to know each student which pays big dividends.

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Mindset - an idea or belief about something

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Mindset - an idea or belief about something

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Mindset- an overall attitude which can be applied to every aspect of life.

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Mindset- an overall attitude which can be applied to every aspect of life.

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What is a mindset?  A specific way of thinking about something; a fixed perception.

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What is a mindset?  A specific way of thinking about something; a fixed perception.

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A mindset to me, is where you want to go; what you set yourself to do or achieve. It could be a growth, something to aspire to choose to grow and push yourself to be more or it could be fixed, something you choose that is comfortable or satisfied or easy, could even be lazy.

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A mindset to me, is where you want to go; what you set yourself to do or achieve. It could be a growth, something to aspire to choose to grow and push yourself to be more or it could be fixed, something you choose that is comfortable or satisfied or easy, could even be lazy.

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How I am thinking about things     Using emotion...positive and negative thoughts

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How I am thinking about things     Using emotion...positive and negative thoughts

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Success is based on whether your mindset is positive or negative, and whether the information driving it is based on correct information.

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an individual's mentality or their perspective on particular idea

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A mindset is
an attitude or an approach to a life situation. 
It reminds me of the psychological term “schema,” which is basically a
set of mental beliefs and constructs that help shape the way an individual perceives
the world.

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A mindset is
an attitude or an approach to a life situation. 
It reminds me of the psychological term “schema,” which is basically a
set of mental beliefs and constructs that help shape the way an individual perceives
the world.

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Mindset:  One way of achieving a desired goal

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Mindset:  One way of achieving a desired goal

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The proper procedures for how to achieve a goal.

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a moment to block out daily stress and regain focus at task at hand

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a moment to block out daily stress and regain focus at task at hand

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Mindset - State of individual awareness.  In tune with your emotions and physical condition (breathing)

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an outlook on a situation that helps you deal with it

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an outlook on a situation that helps you deal with it

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The way someone thinks; can act as a type of personal motivation

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the feelings and drive one has towards a certain topic - might be positive or negative