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  • Elizabeth Klein (she/her)
    Member
    June 21, 2024 at 9:52 am

    Thank you so much! AI is the perfect topic for this thread.

    Deborah Greenblatt, Ph.D. (she/her)
    Participant
    June 24, 2024 at 8:47 am

    You may also want to do warm-ups, homework, or test preparation by having students find errors in incorrect work from previous years. They can explain errors (in thinking or computation) and correct them. They can also clarify if it was a logical error or a silly error and “give advice” to the student as to how (or what) they could study better for the future.

    John Beaumont
    Participant
    July 15, 2024 at 3:46 pm

    I can see several things to do and/or aspire to. First, I plan to revise the intro videos for my courses so that they highlight growth mindset more explicitly, particularly how important it is for their success in this class and beyond. Second, I plan to add more opportunities for student to reflect their learning process. This can be done as part of the SMART Goal process or in any assignment. I’ll have to think about where these moments fit best–or have students make choices about when they might want to reflect on their learning. Lastly, I plan to continue to explore giving feedback that deemphasizes grading in favor of encouraging feedback that focuses on what they have done, what the next steps are, and what they need to do to get there.

    Sarah Wolf (she/her)
    Member
    July 15, 2024 at 7:35 pm

    I will show a video or some other module to my students introducing the growth mindset concept, maybe the Pearson one we viewed. I will also incorporate more growth mindset messaging into my intro video, first class, and throughout the semester. I will continue to tell students that we learn together and from one another, and that we all have something to contribute.

    Karyna Pryiomka
    Member
    July 16, 2024 at 1:02 pm

    I employ a few strategies to help emphasize and cultivate growth mindset in my students. First, I explicitly state in my syllabus that I firmly believe that every one of my students is able to meet the challenges of the course (statistics). Second, I employ a flipped-classroom format emphasizing deliberate practice in class that allows students to engage in problem solving and receive immediate feedback in low stakes environment. Third, I scaffold major assignments to allow for revision, emphasizing process and development over time. Fourth, I allow revision with metacognitive reflection on some assignments to help students recognize and correct their mistakes.

    Careen Purcell
    Member
    July 16, 2024 at 1:27 pm

    I plan to create a growth mindset-supportive learning environment using various strategies and techniques. One method will be to create an introduction video like Dr. Kevin Kolack’s, where I can outline my expectations for the students. Additionally, I will provide timely, constructive feedback to help students self-reflect and develop action plans to improve their academic performance. Using growth mindset language, such as “not yet” during office hour discussions with students who have failing grades is another approach I intend to take. I will also make a conscious effort to highlight students’ efforts and progress. Lastly, I aim to normalize seeking help when needed and make students aware of available resources within the department and college to address their specific needs.

    Careen Purcell
    Member
    July 16, 2024 at 1:49 pm

    I am thinking about showing the growth mindset video by Pearson Higher Education on orientation day. I find this framework motivating as it emphasizes the importance of putting effort into learning. It highlights that as students dedicate effort to learning, they will be able to make progress, which is individualized. Students often tend to compare themselves with others, which can be counterproductive since culture and lived experiences may influence a growth or fixed mindset. Using growth mindset language and fostering an environment of individualized growth at the beginning of the course can positively enhance the learning experience.

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