Definition: The way a person thinks and perceives the world
Mindset
Choose the correct word: She views feedback ______ a chance to grow.
as
like
of
Roleplay (2 students): One of you is a teacher explaining to a student why failure is part of learning. Use: failure, learn, success
Definition: A person who believes abilities can improve through effort
Fixed mindset
Growth mindset
What is an example of a growth mindset response?
“I can’t do this.”
“I’ll try another way.”
“I’ll never be good at this.”
Definition: Seeing critical feedback as an attack instead of a learning opportunity
Fixed mindset
Growth mindset
Dilemma: Would you rather do something easy and succeed or try something hard and risk failing? Why? Use: challenge, risk, growth
challenge, risk, growth
A growth mindset means you are naturally talented at everything.
False
True
People with a growth mindset believe effort leads to improvement.
False
True
Which verb means “to stay away from” something?
Develop
Achieve
Avoid
Scenario: Your boss tells you that you need to improve your presentation skills. How do you respond? Use: feedback, improve, confidence
What is NOT a characteristic of a growth mindset?
Seeing failure as an opportunity
Avoiding challenges
Accepting feedback
Dilemma: Should schools focus more on effort or talent? Why? Use: ability, develop, mindset
Scenario: Your friend quits a new hobby after one try. How do you convince them to continue? Use: challenge, learn, potential
Fill in the blank: If you ______ (have) a fixed mindset, you might avoid challenges
have
Choose the right form: Success comes from ______ (experiment) and learning from mistakes.
experimented
experiment
experimenting
Roleplay (2 students): One of you is a parent encouraging their child to try something new despite failure. Use: persevere, mistake, success
Complete the sentence: She avoided ______ (take) risks because she feared failure.
taking
Definition: To overcome a challenge despite difficultie
Persevere
Which of these phrases describes a fixed mindset?
“I can improve with practice.”
“I’m either good at something or I’m not.”
“Feedback helps me grow.”
Your friend says, “I’m terrible at math. I’ll never improve.” What would you say to encourage them? Use: challenge, effort, progress
Avoiding obstacles helps us learn and grow.
True
False
Roleplay (2 students): One of you is an employer explaining why mistakes are valuable in the workplace. Use: experiment, improve, learn
Which word means 'a chance to learn from mistakes'?
Success
Failure
Solution
Definition: A difficulty or problem that requires effort to overcome
Challenge
Scenario: You tried a new sport but didn’t do well. How would a growth mindset help? Use: practice, ability, patience
tried a new sport
Correct the mistake: He decide to avoid failure by never trying.
decided
Scenario: You receive a low score on a test. How do you react with a growth mindset? Use: analyze, strategy, effort