CUNY Academic Commons | CUNY Mindset Initiative | Activity https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/members/cunymindset/activity/ Activity feed for CUNY Mindset Initiative. Sat, 01 Jan 2050 18:00:18 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en 30 hourly 2 1ac18bfd8e55d97529fced2e4827bbbd CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 4.5 🤖💬 Bot Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/4-5-%f0%9f%a4%96%f0%9f%92%ac-bot-reflection-2/ Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:10:22 -0400 🤖 Step 1: Say hello to our 🤖Section 4.5 Tutor (this will open in a new tab)! Follow the prompts and converse with it for at least 5 minutes. It has been designed to ask you questions about your experiences and reactions to this section. Type “END” into the bot at any time to get a summary of topics covered.

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]]> d145d2583e3e6291e70c5124050b291c CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 4.4 🤖💬 Bot Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/4-4-%f0%9f%a4%96%f0%9f%92%ac-bot-reflection/ Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:48:01 -0400 🤖 Step 1: Say hello to our 🤖Section 4.4 Tutor (this will open in a new tab)! Follow the prompts and converse with it for at least 5 minutes. It has been designed to ask you questions about your experiences and reactions to this section. Type “END” into the bot at any time to get a summary of topics covered.

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]]> 709929ff7134a57d3dc98941ab39a8fd CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 4.4 🤖💬 Bot Reflection: in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/4-4-%f0%9f%a4%96%f0%9f%92%ac-bot-reflection/ Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:48:01 -0400 🤖 Step 1: Say hello to our 🤖Section 4.4 Tutor (this will open in a new tab)! Follow the prompts and converse with it for at least 5 minutes. It has been designed to ask you questions about your experiences and reactions to this section. Type “END” into the bot at any time to get a summary of topics covered. 

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]]> 9f2e815369a5e43f428baf33b69f76aa CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 4.1 🤖💬 Bot Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/4-1-%f0%9f%a4%96%f0%9f%92%ac-bot-reflection/ Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:17:30 -0400 🤖 Step 1: Say hello to our 🤖Section 4.1 Tutor (this will open in a new tab)! Follow the prompts and converse with it for at least 5 minutes. It has been designed to ask you questions about your experiences and reactions to this section. Type “END” into the bot at any time to get a summary of topics covered.

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]]> 2eee2111ddef329f256713fec11da5b3 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic Live Workshop Reflection in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/live-workshop-reflection/ Sun, 14 Jul 2024 01:35:08 -0400 Reflecting on our group experience, what was most useful in your breakout discussion? What was something that resonated with you? Was there a new idea that stood out for you? Feel free to give a shout out to community members from your session who influenced your thinking.

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]]> 7d48a8a5675c695f924ddda1d17f07ac CUNY Mindset Initiative replied to the topic Help accessing modules? in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=168624 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 18:38:37 -0400 We’re glad you found it! The main site can be accessed with the following link: CUNY Learning Mindset Modules for Student Success. You may also click on the “Site” tab in the navigation bar of the discussion forum.

]]> 5b81b4c1980da9e56f206b99f7d03e7b CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic What's Next - 2 Grit vs. Growth Mindset in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/4-2-grit-vs-growth-mindset/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:42:18 -0400 💬 Discussion:

  • Grit: What does the idea of “grit” permit or disallow when employed as a model for motivating students’ success?

There is much more to explore on learning mindsets, and we invite you to enjoy these videos, then share your thoughts here.

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]]> 322393662a84f4daa100d55e88658962 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 3.9 Pause & Reflect (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/3-9-pause-reflect-required-to-earn-certificate/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:30:49 -0400 💬  Share your reflection:

In an effort to model a metacognition exercise, we’re going to pause for a moment here. You just consumed a lot of information about a sense of belonging and we invite you to simply reflect on everything you’ve encountered thus far.

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]]> 33b7a911ea727abd4e1156e9eb6ebafa CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 3.3 Personal Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/3-3-personal-reflection/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:23:58 -0400 💬  Share your personal reflection:

How do we begin to explore the ways we can create a sense of belonging? We start with ourselves! It’s always powerful to take a moment and put ourselves in the shoes of our students, because no matter how long ago it was, we were once them. We were once starting college or moving through it and taking courses fo…[Read more]

]]> 31abd5834c4f6fa0cd9ca31f7fc8f522 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 1.3 Learning Mindsets in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/1-3-learning-mindsets-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:02:37 -0400 💬  Reflection/Discussion:

  • How does cultivating a growth mindset benefit educators in their professional development and teaching practices? Why is it important to you as an educator to learn about growth mindsets and apply that knowledge in your teaching?
]]> 7c71bdccc54d80ab7ebf13372399eee7 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 1.5 Fixed Mindset Characteristics in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/1-5-fixed-mindset-characteristics-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:02:14 -0400 💬  Reflection/Discussion: 

  • Reflect on your own experiences and identify instances where you have exhibited characteristics of a growth mindset or a fixed mindset. How did these mindsets influence your approach to challenges, setbacks, and learning opportunities? What strategies or shifts in mindset have you found effective in cultivating a gr…

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]]> b25b932b8bdf4d05642babfcc282e0f3 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 1.6 Cultivate a Growth Mindset in Yourself First (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/1-6-cultivate-a-growth-mindset-in-yourself-first-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:01:54 -0400 💬  Reflection/Discussion:

  • How can you authentically model a growth mindset through your attitude, behaviors, and teaching practices? How can you support and inspire other faculty and staff to cultivate a growth mindset and related behaviors in their academic department and college?
]]> 8ca3d637c228f43c79af88a8e0fc4645 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 1.7 Supportive Messaging (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/1-7-fostering-a-growth-mindset-in-your-course-with-supportive-messaging-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:01:35 -0400 💬  Reflection/Discussion:

  • Which specific messaging strategies and techniques do you intend to try in order to create a growth mindset-supportive learning environment?
]]> c4ebe13f4d2705434616b35c163e32cd CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 1.8 Course Policies & Activities (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/1-8-fostering-a-growth-mindset-with-course-policies-activities-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:01:08 -0400 💬  Reflection/Discussion:

  • Which specific policies and activities do you intend to try in order to create a growth mindset-supportive learning environment? Why?
]]> ec1ab7411762f12e6d2d2fb26dcfad29 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 2.2 Discussion Board I: Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/2-2-discussion-board-i-reflection-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:58:54 -0400 💬  Discussion:

  • What is the purpose of higher education? What is its value? What are your thoughts on requiring students to take General Education courses outside their chosen field of study? What purpose does it serve? What is its value?
  • What are your thoughts on the sentiment that some students bring motivation with them into their learning &a…

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]]> bc054564f1c8175953bb136e5ce0b540 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 2.4 Discussion Board II: Motivation (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/2-4-discussion-board-ii-motivation-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:58:33 -0400 💬 Discussion:

  • To effectively promote learning mindsets to students it is helpful to adopt them & use them in your own life. When you learn how to make value connections in your own work, the easier it will be for you to assist students.
  • Think of a time when you had to do something you did not want to and were successful. How did you navigate…

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]]> 6f388b6c46ebce4811346e44b5a025be CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 2.8 Discussion Board III: Relationships (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/2-8-discussion-board-iii-relationships/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:57:42 -0400 💬 Discussion:

In your course(s), how do you get to know your students? Share an activity you use, or plan to use, to learn about students’ personal information, interests, &/or goals.

]]> c7c10e2009afa531224450743f3fab60 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 2.10 Discussion Board IV: Connections (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/2-10-discussion-board-iv-connections/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:57:19 -0400 💬 Discussion:

  • In your course(s), how can you assist students in connecting the course content to their current & future personal lives?
  • How will students connect what they care about to what they are learning?
  • How will they actively engage in the process of making these connections?
]]> cab41fb607f590c570faa32dd110f3c7 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 3.10 Exploring Sense of Belonging in the Classroom(Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/3-10-exploring-sense-of-belonging-in-the-classroom/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:56:53 -0400 Creating an Intentional Welcome to the Semester

Part 1: Record the Audio (Required to Earn Certificate)

  • We are asking that you record a 2-to-3-minute introductory audio note for your students. The purpose is for you to explore your own voice and consider its cadence as well as what it may communicate to others. (You will not be asked to share…

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]]> 09c686fdd072e616f29219c6534d4133 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic What's Next - 4 Discussion Board: Next Steps Reflection in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/4-4-discussion-board-next-steps-reflection/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:55:54 -0400 Now that you have explored other pedagogical frameworks in addition to learning mindsets, use this Discussion Forum to reflect on how you might like to incorporate or modify GPS with another pedagogical model. You can choose one of the ideas below, or use another concept altogether.

  1. Do you already employ Understanding by Design (Backward Desi…

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]]> c4a46b468be9eabace6bb5be0a6d3a89 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic This Discussion Forum is visible to the general public in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/this-discussion-forum-is-visible-to-the-general-public/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:54:01 -0400 This Discussion Forum for CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group is visible to the general public. Anyone on the Internet can see the comments and discussion threads. But only Academic Commons members can join and leave the group, and participate in the discussion.

]]> c74135abc6619213ad519a3220c21a1a CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic Discussion Topics by Modules in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/discussion-topics-by-modules-2/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:52:46 -0400 Module 1:

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]]> b7a521b128d31ac58755e5ddd4c62e39 CUNY Mindset Initiative changed their profile picture https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/activity/p/983227/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:50:21 -0400 1bda2f01ae127f81bfd2b4241cca7923 CUNY Mindset Initiative joined the group CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/activity/p/983225/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:48:44 -0400 d2a74246a1cbc32e4753995dd5916c5c CUNY Mindset Initiative became a registered member https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/activity/p/983198/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:00:17 -0400 c1c8d42e7191ee83c1896c0816b03ed5 CUNY Mindset Initiative started the topic 1.1 Inspirational Quote in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/groups/cuny-learning-mindset-learning-group/forum/topic/1-1-inspirational-quote/ Tue, 26 Dec 2023 21:27:18 -0500 1.1 Inspirational Quote

“Failure is a greater teacher than success.”​

—  Clarissa Pinkola Estés

💬  Discussion:

  1. Respond to this quote: Comment, reflect, agree/disagree, share a similar or contradictory quote, or provide an example to support or reject this quote. You may use text, video, audio, etc.
  2. Respond constructively and substantive…

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