I feel that I can safely make the assumption that a class of engaged and motivated students is what every teacher hopes to meet; students that take pride in their work, actively seek challenge and don’t give up at the first inkling of failure. Sounds like a dream? Well actually it’s called a “growth mindset”, a term first coined by Professor Carol Dweck and becoming increasingly recognised in education.
Prof Dweck says: “In a growth mindset, people believe that their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work – brains and talent are just the starting point. This view creates a love of learning and a resilience that is essential for great accomplishment.”
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