Seniors 12/2

Grade: 12

Topic: Grit/Growth Mindset/Malleable Intelligence and Door Decoration. 

Goal Statement: Students will understand the difference between a growth mindset and fixed mindset as well as Malleable Intelligence

ASCA Mindsets & Behavors Standard (s): B-SMS 6: Demonstrate ability to overcome barriers to learning M 2: Self-confidence in the ability to succeed

Materials: 

• Slide Show 

Procedures: 

1. View SlideShow Presentation

2. Discussion Questions (feel free to stop during the presentation to discuss or afterwards):

• What surprised you about the information?

• Can intelligence be changed? Why? How?

• Do you agree with the research results?

• Do you have a growth mindset or fixed mindset? What do you think other teens have?

• What are things you can say to yourself to have a more growth mindset? 

• How can this information relate to your life outside of school and academics?