tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post7331289883946906040..comments2024-02-25T11:49:12.437-08:00Comments on Hello Sunshine: Mindsets in the Classroom Ch. 2: Building a Growth Mindset School CultureParker Joneshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13483665504729090461noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-59917242895272264122017-07-08T07:05:10.030-07:002017-07-08T07:05:10.030-07:00Please share any resources that you used with pare...Please share any resources that you used with parents. You can reply directly to me tonya.hill@grayson.kyschools.us or to the gmail account attached to the comment.Tonya Hillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15532836061238976602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-69126781498059606082016-07-31T14:49:10.559-07:002016-07-31T14:49:10.559-07:00The brain's neuroplasticity allows for emotion...The brain's neuroplasticity allows for emotions to be learned/developed. Not only can we provide opportunities for learning, we can build empathy, happiness, etc. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02262923427279663223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-1393731085388912602016-07-27T10:00:43.556-07:002016-07-27T10:00:43.556-07:00Making conscious (mindful) efforts everyday to thi...Making conscious (mindful) efforts everyday to think about what your about to say and how you are about to say it! I said before 1st graders arrive that 1st day with this amazing spirit they can learn anything its so important to not break their spirits but nurture it with a growth mindset. As Denise said its equally important to understand emotions can be developed as well. We have to teach to theirs hearts just as much as we do to their brains. Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00191190015868878611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-20510500225404817152016-07-23T13:16:59.321-07:002016-07-23T13:16:59.321-07:00Not only is it Important to introduce and provide ...Not only is it Important to introduce and provide staff development for ALL staff about the growth mindset and the malleability of the brain, it is important to also equally important to understand that not only can intelligence be developed , but "emotions such as happiness and empathy can be developed as well" (page 18). As educators we should never undervalue the importance of practice for both intellectual and emotional <br />growth:) The power of positive self talk paves the road to success--- "I can vs. I can't!"Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00687064454773418283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-14421619818041080182016-07-23T07:28:21.982-07:002016-07-23T07:28:21.982-07:00FYI: if u don't go noodle yet..... Check it ou...FYI: if u don't go noodle yet..... Check it out! Destination and I had much fun with classes on the site. You will be surprised that Mr. Cat will boggle your mind just as much as the kids'.Nikki Belk 2nd Gradehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01161889120533835694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-34244107354632501782016-07-23T07:25:35.129-07:002016-07-23T07:25:35.129-07:00I would venture to say that somewhere prior to cho...I would venture to say that somewhere prior to choosing to research this and give it a name the leaders that inspired the question were well versed in Zig Ziglar, Earl Nightengale, or any of the great motivational speakers that taught positive thinking, goal setting, and visualization. Now instead of one going out and seeking this powerful knowledge on own after college, growth mindset is a living out of it through creating an environment that fosters more than academic understanding. You think u are smart u will become that thus if u are convinced u are dumb that to will come true. Growth mindset as a school culture helps students learn to see potential in self and others. How much time, money, and effort will be saved later in life overcoming misconceptions about self???? Also anyone thinking about pulling out Marcia Tate book(s)?Nikki Belk 2nd Gradehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01161889120533835694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-21115975354270692732016-07-20T07:50:57.833-07:002016-07-20T07:50:57.833-07:00The first paragraph stated a sentence that resound...The first paragraph stated a sentence that resounded in my mind. " The first stop along the path to building a growth mindset culture is to begin to build a school culture that values intellectual growth with a staff who has internalize the belief that intelligence can be cultivated." We as educators should believe that all student can achieve greatness. Professional development opportunities, informing students, and parent involvement were the steps that I would focus on and will help cultivate this climate.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05760281171843059966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-21936942772937024542016-07-17T08:25:40.313-07:002016-07-17T08:25:40.313-07:00The idea of the brain growing and new nuerons grow...The idea of the brain growing and new nuerons growing. The fact that with practice of a new skill and daily use of it that it becomes a permanent part of the brain and easily accessed as it becomes a cord. That we can become smarter just like anyone can learn to play a sport or instrument. We just need the encouragement and right mindset to get us there. Jannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05428794381802142881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-52255569948526437142016-07-14T15:02:05.163-07:002016-07-14T15:02:05.163-07:00I really enjoyed reading this chapter. It really g...I really enjoyed reading this chapter. It really gets your mind turning. I have always had faith in all my students, and their capability to learn. I believe the steps that stood out to me the most was step 2 and 4: Educating staff that all students are capable of learning, and Step 6: Educate Parents. Often times, our parents come into conferences with the fixed mindset that little Susie isn't good at math and Tommy can't read because momma can't read, and it runs in the family. These parents have already preset their own child's intelligence. We need to teach the parents that their child has a greater chance of learning and achieving goals if they believe in them, just as much as we do. I am guilty of this with my own daughter. It really hit home, because often times in the morning when we are running late I often tell her she is so slow and we are going to be late. I know awful, but I had never realized what type of fixed mindset this was creating for her. This truly opened my mind as to how I should say even the smallest things to her. <br /><br />Something else I really liked reading in this chapter was the Eaters and the bakers. "Just like the bakers, all students can win without the existence of "losers" in the class. The "bigger pie" in this case is a growth mindset culture in the classroom." Teachers grouping students on preconceived notion that one child is smarter than the other, while one needs "expectations" lowered. We now can think differently about their true potential because of studies and new research, "growth mindset." We, as educators, need to keep in mind when grouping students that all students have to capability of achieving "their goal," even is Little Susie's goal looks a lot different than Tommy's goal. Every child has the ability to develop intelligence. Destina Tuckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04966445297441431859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-32852023021516346562016-07-14T06:38:58.833-07:002016-07-14T06:38:58.833-07:00I also think that teaching the students about thei...I also think that teaching the students about their brains and how they grow would be powerful in helping them to keep or move back to a growth mindset. Also, sharing this information with parents would be a powerful way to help everyone make this shift together. <br /><br />I like the study that was shared in ch. 2 about not only can intelligence be developed, but also emotions. The idea of being able to change our emotions based on our thinking, attitude and behaviors. I think that these factors are important for creating a shift in mindset. If we are stuck in this fixed mindset, adjusting our emotions about our own mindset will certainly help us to have more of a growth mindset. It is a shift that we can certainly practice until we have that growth mindset.Jessica Osbornehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11095618074792781829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-10081124593553730432016-07-06T19:54:35.706-07:002016-07-06T19:54:35.706-07:00Changing a fixed mindset will begin with the adult...Changing a fixed mindset will begin with the adults. I think that this PD is a good start for our school. I think sharing this information with our parents will help as well.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13012728127714851025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-11582051512781299882016-07-06T06:55:16.981-07:002016-07-06T06:55:16.981-07:00In chapter two, it really takes a strong stance on...In chapter two, it really takes a strong stance on how all people interacting within our school community need to have a growth mind set. I think we can do it. Also, I really like the visual about how when our brain is learning something new, the new learning starts as a thread and then every time the new learning is applied the thread becomes thicker and stronger. What a great visual for even our youngest learners! AVPowellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09541435095999511361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-5184743146174313192016-06-29T11:47:05.786-07:002016-06-29T11:47:05.786-07:00I love Mrs. Frizzle!!! Yes, the perfect example o...I love Mrs. Frizzle!!! Yes, the perfect example of growth mindset!Jennifer Atkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17010160056368253343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-62248023508626048682016-06-28T06:08:06.365-07:002016-06-28T06:08:06.365-07:00One way to help change mindsets are examples and d...One way to help change mindsets are examples and data. There are some very powerful examples of how a fixed mindset harms and a growth mindset helps just in this book alone. The letter about the student in literature was so disheartening. What's even more disheartening is that this is a common occurrence. <br />One of my favorite teachers {don't laugh at me here =)}is Mrs. Frizzle because she has such a growth mindset! Her quote, " It's time to take chances. Make mistakes. get messy!" inspires me to inspire my kids! We really have to teach them that failure isn't always a bad thing. That we learn from our mistakes oftentimes more so than our successes. <br />Professional development opportunities on growth mindset and also how the brain works might also be helpful to change that fixed mindset. I think some of these seminars should also be presented to our parents. Fixed mindsets happen at home also and even though a child experiences a growth mindset at school a fixed mindset at home can deflate all the wonderful things they are learning at school. <br /><br />I am so excited to teach my students how their brain works!! It an obvious thing that I really should have been doing all along but have never done before. I always thought it would be to deep for them. <br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12624435475533769161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-64132066621873506492016-06-16T12:21:04.168-07:002016-06-16T12:21:04.168-07:00I love those videos!I love those videos!Jennifer Atkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17010160056368253343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-60813802005373485912016-06-16T12:20:46.651-07:002016-06-16T12:20:46.651-07:00I think so too! It is hard to read this and not h...I think so too! It is hard to read this and not have a different outlook on learning.Jennifer Atkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17010160056368253343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-50662171472895551802016-06-12T18:15:02.453-07:002016-06-12T18:15:02.453-07:00Step 5 indicates that teachers are to teach studen...Step 5 indicates that teachers are to teach students about the brain and by using the videos that Dr. Atkins sent us from You Tube, this would be a fantastic way to show students how their brain is a muscle and how learning from mistakes or struggles only strengthens their brains. <br /><br />Teachers want our students to succeed and feel great about their learning but after reading and watching the videos, students can benefit from challenging expectations and productive struggling is necessary for our brains to grow. <br /><br />Also, KCS teachers check out the PD opportunity in July on Growth Mindset. It is a one day training. Hope to see you there Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13527908521151972020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-35537632242926159392016-06-08T17:27:08.998-07:002016-06-08T17:27:08.998-07:00As discussed in Chapter 2, in order to have a shif...As discussed in Chapter 2, in order to have a shift in mindset from "fixed" to "growth", we will have to begin with professional development. The author also notes that ideally, we must have a commitment from all adults in our building to contribute to a growth mindset school culture! This chapter outlines 7 steps for professional development with great suggestions on how to educate your staff, educators, students and parents! Reading this book is a great start to this process!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02771133134885501268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-90063046862888720882016-06-03T12:10:48.448-07:002016-06-03T12:10:48.448-07:00Keep this passion going!Keep this passion going!Jennifer Atkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17010160056368253343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-11222035678058092452016-06-03T12:10:28.849-07:002016-06-03T12:10:28.849-07:00That letter was very thought provoking.That letter was very thought provoking.Jennifer Atkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17010160056368253343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-17711219515819633492016-06-01T07:04:14.729-07:002016-06-01T07:04:14.729-07:00If we are open to change, change for the better/po...If we are open to change, change for the better/positive, than adapting and changing comes so much easier. We tend to see the benefit of change more clearly and the positive effects it may have. If we are set in our ways then changing is a struggle. We only see negatives and pitfalls. If someone is unwilling to compromise, give a little, and adapt then there probably won't be a change. You have to be open to it.<br /><br />Heather, I agree totally with you about the literature letter! I hate the idea of a child who is excited about learning being "squashed" because someone thought they couldn't handle it or they didn't meet some sort of criteria. I can use my Tyler for example. When he was younger he LOVED to read! He was always reading. He read easy books, hard books, any books! Then he just stopped. Now, I wouldn't say he hates reading; but he does not like it. I asked him one day why he didn't read anymore like he use to and he said that "they took the fun out of it". Somewhere along the line someone or something took that "love" away. We have to be very careful not to "squash" the lights that are burning in our students just because we have a preconceived notion about how things should be. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10772914599897914718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-39559790293120733242016-05-24T18:11:01.071-07:002016-05-24T18:11:01.071-07:00Chapter 2: The letter about the literature student...Chapter 2: The letter about the literature student makes me so angry! I too often fight for my students to be challenged and not just accepted for what they can do. A lot of my students do not attend to tests well, but can however preform very well on tasks I ask them to do, a lot of tasks that many do not think they can do. <br /><br />I want to know how do you teach parents to have a growth mindset when getting them to the school for such seminars sometimes proves to be impossible. Getting people to teach it we have, how do we get the parent involvement up?Heather Alexanderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17615356154114538328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-16428911678212201612016-05-24T12:59:29.886-07:002016-05-24T12:59:29.886-07:00Chapter 2: How can we begin to change our mindset...Chapter 2: How can we begin to change our mindset if we are really stuck in a fixed mindset?Jennifer Atkinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17010160056368253343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-23909480208541935872015-07-04T17:00:59.085-07:002015-07-04T17:00:59.085-07:00That's great, Martina! I hope you find them us...That's great, Martina! I hope you find them useful!<br /><br />-Caitlin<br /><a href="http://thekindergarden.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">The Kinder Garden</a>The Kinder Gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14299251361580074748noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1899956242394591533.post-26408878486204143682015-06-09T07:36:09.521-07:002015-06-09T07:36:09.521-07:00I love your handouts and can't wait to share t...I love your handouts and can't wait to share these! I am really hoping that I will be able to use them to talk with my staff about this! Thank you for such an awesome summary too!<br /><br /><a href="http://mrs3rdgrade07.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Mrs. 3rd Grade</a> <br />Cassandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06694038039538744240noreply@blogger.com