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10 Aug 2023 19:38

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How can we promote a growth mindset among students?

I wanted to share some thoughts on promoting a growth mindset among our students. As teachers and parents, we have a wonderful opportunity to shape the way our young ones perceive challenges and setbacks. A growth mindset is all about fostering a belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work.

One effective way to encourage a growth mindset is by praising effort and strategies rather than just focusing on achievements. When we acknowledge the process they put in, it helps them understand that their determination is what truly matters. Moreover, guiding them to set achievable goals and showing them how to break down big tasks into smaller steps can build their confidence in their own ability to overcome obstacles.

Sharing real-life examples of how successful individuals faced failures and used them as stepping stones towards success can be incredibly inspiring. This shows them that failure is not the end, but a valuable learning experience. Also, reminding them that even their role models faced difficulties on their journey can help alleviate the fear of failure.

Encouraging curiosity and embracing mistakes is essential. Let's create an environment where questions are celebrated, and mistakes are seen as opportunities for growth. As parents and teachers, we play a crucial role in shaping their attitudes towards learning.

Lastly, promoting a growth mindset means showing enthusiasm for learning. When our students see us embracing challenges and continuously seeking self-improvement, they are more likely to adopt the same attitude.

Members are requested to share their opinion in this thread.

#774548

11 Aug 2023 13:01

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It is really an interesting post but at the same time, it might prove to be ticklish task initially. Promoting the mindset of the pupils should be our prime task but for achieving the same, we need to prepare ourselves how best we can inspire such school going children. We need to take interest in their activities, often asking them why such a method was used for getting the right answer in this mathematical problem. We should ask them other alternative ways for cracking this problem. If the boy replies in the affirmative way - well and good and if not give him some hints. Employing such ticklish methods would work out. This could be the initial exercise and putting our kids in such competitive situations, we can promote their mental growth.

#774553

11 Aug 2023 19:10

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The teachers and parents should have a positive mindset. Then only they can promote a growth mindset in the students. A teacher should find out the strong points of the students and also the weak points. Teachers should work on the weak points and see that students will improve in those areas also. Whenever a student performs well, he should be patted on his back in the presence of other students. That will motivate him and helps him to perform at a higher level. If there are any mistakes from the side of the students, the teachers should call them separately and point out them and should also guide them on the way to come out. That will help the students a lot. Similarly, there should be a communication line between the parents and teachers so that both of them will be on the same frequency. Giving the students best suggestions motivating them whenever there is a chance will definitely improve the performance levels of the students.

drrao
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#774562

12 Aug 2023 11:08

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Promoting a growth mindset among students is crucial for their development. As educators and parents, we can foster this mindset by praising effort and strategies rather than just outcomes. Encouraging goal-setting and breaking tasks into manageable steps builds their confidence. Sharing stories of successful people overcoming failures shows that setbacks are opportunities to learn. Creating an environment where curiosity is encouraged and mistakes are seen as learning experiences nurtures a growth mindset. Our enthusiasm for learning also influences them. Let's collectively share our thoughts on cultivating this mindset among students.

#774573

13 Aug 2023 13:24

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Fostering a growth mindset among students hinges significantly on the guidance of their mentors, who can emerge from within their family circle or the educational faculty. Given the delicacy of this topic, it necessitates careful handling. As highlighted by Dr. Srinivasa Rao, educators must treat each student impartially, avoiding public identification of their mistakes. Instead, a private and supportive approach is essential. Steering students onto the path of constructive habits demands mentors who exude composure and patience. The efficacy of mentorship hinges on a clear understanding of how to cultivate a growth mindset in students. Hence, mentors must epitomize the principles they advocate. It's important to recognize that students mirror actions more than words—a fundamental principle in this process.

Regards,

Mr. Sankara Rama Subramanian

#774608

16 Aug 2023 14:22

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Good topic raised by the author. Nowadays many parents and others demotivate or criticize the youngsters rather than appreciating their talents. Many students do have some or other talents in them as hidden in them.
We all expecting our children to become as a doctor or engineer immediately within a short span of period without minding their interests and talents.
Outsiders especially parents and teachers should observe that and brings out from them by encouraging them.

#774614

16 Aug 2023 20:06

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It is really a good topic. There are ways to stimulate the children with the positive talks often citing examples of great achievers in the different fields who started their early lives in the humble state. In that sense, the role of the guardians is vital. At least we should avoid demotivating talks since such talks create negativity ultimately. There is always a chance to make them more enthusiastic and positive thinkers through the persuasive discussions.

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