https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32 en-us 2022-11-10 19:07:15 UTC 2025-06-17 13:55:22 UTC hello@padlet.com medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379186625 Why does our bodies have a physiological reaction to change? When administrators make changes in how teachers do things, a common response is heard "I don't have time for this!" This article explains the brains response to change and why we tend to resist change.  It explains not only the fear people often have associated with change but it also explains why many of us will say "I don't have time for this!"]]> 2022-11-10 19:31:23 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379186625 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379199923 This study attempts to connect the research conducted on Growth Mindset by Carol Dweck and intrinsic motivation to neuroscientific evidence and its overall connection to a learner's achievement. "Growth mindset relates to brain processes, and brain processes relate to motivated behaviors. Likewise, motivated behaviors can affect cognition as motivation shapes what and how people think." (Ng, 2018)]]> 2022-11-10 19:41:35 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379199923 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379246897 "While changes can come from the outside, growth always comes from within you. Other people might support, help and encourage you--but ultimately, you have to want to grow."  (Luke, 2022)

I believe growth can be a result of change. Changes that we are faced with in both our personal and professional lives can serve as a catalyst for growth if we open our minds to the possibilities the change offers. ]]> 2022-11-10 20:20:33 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379246897 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379251798 When working in teams or PLCs, innovative teachers often face ridicule for trying new things. How can we as educators cultivate a growth mindset to model for our students? ]]> 2022-11-10 20:25:00 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379251798 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379298774 A great video that is age appropriate for young learners explaining the brain science behind growth mindset.]]> 2022-11-10 21:13:36 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379298774 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379309826 A great video that is age appropriate for secondary learners or adults.  "Ultimately, your mindset influences everything from creative risk-taking to how you vie feedback to whether or not you finish difficult tasks..." John Spencer ]]> 2022-11-10 21:25:59 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379309826 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379325078 Many organizations like Instructure, Digital Promise, and the NEA have resources for teachers to earn micro-credentials.  Microcredentials are performance based training and allow teachers a choice in their professional development based on their own growth needs.  This article speaks specifically to computer science, however, teachers can select from a wide variety of subjects to use with their students or for themselves.  

I have found myself often criticizing the choices offered for professional development. Micro-credentialing allows teachers to have autonomy in their professional development. ]]> 2022-11-10 21:45:49 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379325078 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379333912 What can teachers improve on?
#6 Innovation: In order to achieve an actual meaningful classroom experience, educators must challenge themselves and confront new possibilities, diverse ideas, and perspectives.]]> 2022-11-10 21:57:41 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379333912 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379334832 2022-11-10 21:58:41 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379334832 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379336790 Researchers have identified 4 specific ways to nurture intrinsic motivation.  This video focuses on one of them: Supporting students to feel a greater sense of autonomy. Problem-based learning is featured.]]> 2022-11-10 22:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2379336790 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380214799 Change is hard. In some cases, change can trigger an adverse childhood experience (ACE). The higher the ACE score, the greater the changes that an adult will develop significant mental and physical health problems. This article does a good job in providing specific strategies to instill a growth mindset in students facing change.  It integrates the work of Carol Dweck as well.]]> 2022-11-11 13:49:07 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380214799 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380249003 Change can be stressful--even good changes. I wanted to know if change effects people differently. This article by Meyers Briggs explains how an individuals personality can determine response to changes.]]> 2022-11-11 14:18:52 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380249003 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380303665 2022-11-11 15:02:40 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380303665 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380971710 2022-11-12 12:26:38 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380971710 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380972398 2022-11-12 12:28:21 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380972398 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380973223 2022-11-12 12:30:30 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380973223 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380974161 2022-11-12 12:33:14 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380974161 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380975322 2022-11-12 12:36:16 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380975322 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380977801 2022-11-12 12:42:32 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380977801 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380978233 I have used this video with my middle school students to build self esteem and teach the power of yet. Students need more of this in the classrom.]]> 2022-11-12 12:43:37 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380978233 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380981704 An age appropriate explanation of the power of yet with examples. Similar to the rap, this explains the power of yet to a younger audience. Instilling a growth mindset at a young age can be very beneficial to a child's development.]]> 2022-11-12 12:51:42 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2380981704 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2391691116 Innovative teaching practices have impacted the look of the classroom as well.  Changes to the classroom layout has leaned more toward a flexible seating arrangement allowing students alternative spaces to learn and collaborate. https://www.edutopia.org/article/your-flexible-classroom-questions-answered/ ]]> 2022-11-20 21:14:38 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2391691116 medgerton4 https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2391693027 More than ever before, classrooms are made up of diverse learners. Teachers an accommodate diversity by creating a classroom environment that allows each student to achieve his or her personal best within the realm of their individualism. ]]> 2022-11-20 21:19:06 UTC https://padlet.com/medgerton4/7vn089z9hrsjwf32/wish/2391693027