All students, particularly those who have a fixed mindset Teach It! 1)Objective: Students will be introduced to the concept of growth mindset and understand why growth mindset is important to their long-term happiness and success. 2)Teacher Takeaways: While... View More
All students Teach It! 1)Objective:Teachers will learn what type of language to use to most effectively cultivate a growth mindset with ongoing encouragement and support. 2)Teacher Takeaways: Students need to experience the rewards of taking risks and learn... View More
If your students will be strengthening their self-regulation skills and you want to use a formal assessment tool How to Apply It! 1) The MSLQ (Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionnaire) is an evidence-based, self-reported student questionnaire that a... View More
If your students would benefit from a deeper self-reflection exercise and they would be willing to share deeper personal experiences How to Apply It! 1) Autobiography and authentic sharing with peers can be the most effective way for students to engage in tr... View More
If your student has very big differences in skills and it is a source of confusion or frustration at times How to Apply It! 1) Most people are "asynchronous learners" with some skills much stronger than others; helping students recognize, accept, and know ho... View More
If your students are self-aware or you want to strengthen self-awareness and self-efficacy skills How to Apply It! 1) Use choice in homework assignments as an opportunity to develop students' self-awareness about how well they know the material and how much ... View More
If your students struggled to work well together on a group project How to Apply It! 1) Have students reflect on group projects to improve self-awareness and collaboration skills. 1) After a group project, provide students with the opportunity to individual... View More
If slower visual motor speed interferes with your completing assignments or finishing tests WHAT IT IS Visual motor speed refers to how well you use your eyes, hands and fingers together to complete a task. It is also referred to as reaction time or response... View More