Motivating Children by Developing a Growth Mindset

Motivating Children by Developing a Growth Mindset Motivating Children by Developing a Growth Mindset “Motivation is the most important factor in determining whether you succeed in the long run. What I mean by motivation is not only the desire to achieve, but also the love of learning, the love of challenge, and the ability to thrive on obstacles. These are the greatest gifts we can give our students.”  â€" Carol Dweck Parents often ask how they can help their child become more motivated to learn, especially material that is above grade level. Stanford University Professor of Psychology, Carol Dweck demonstrates that communication to children about their effort, successes, and setbacks often shapes a child’s mindset and motivation. Here is how it works: The author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, Dweck postulates that people have either a “fixed mindset” or “growth mindset” that influences our perspective and communication. When we believe that success is based on innate ability, we are said to have a fixed theory of intelligence, otherwise known as a fixed mindset. When we believe that success is based on hard work, learning, and perseverance, we are said to have a growth theory of intelligence, also called growth mindset. Parents and Instructors are most effective when they praise effort and results equally. Praising effort means recognizing errors as learning opportunities that lead to improvement and success. The brain is a muscle that becomes stronger through hard work and learning from our mistakes. We can motivate children to develop a growth mindset and achieve their goals through communication about effort, learning, and persistence. Ive got to have a growth mindset, man. Thats what its about, me still trying to improve even at 30 and (after) 12 years in the league. â€" LeBron James You might also be interested in: Mistakes Make the Student Ring in the New Year with Kumon’s Goal Setting Tips Roundup Neuro-what? Why Neuroplasticity Is the Key to Making Your Smart Kid Even Smarter. Ace the School Year with Kumons Study Tips Roundup Motivating Children by Developing a Growth Mindset Motivating Children by Developing a Growth Mindset “Motivation is the most important factor in determining whether you succeed in the long run. What I mean by motivation is not only the desire to achieve, but also the love of learning, the love of challenge, and the ability to thrive on obstacles. These are the greatest gifts we can give our students.”  â€" Carol Dweck Parents often ask how they can help their child become more motivated to learn, especially material that is above grade level. Stanford University Professor of Psychology, Carol Dweck demonstrates that communication to children about their effort, successes, and setbacks often shapes a child’s mindset and motivation. Here is how it works: The author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, Dweck postulates that people have either a “fixed mindset” or “growth mindset” that influences our perspective and communication. When we believe that success is based on innate ability, we are said to have a fixed theory of intelligence, otherwise known as a fixed mindset. When we believe that success is based on hard work, learning, and perseverance, we are said to have a growth theory of intelligence, also called growth mindset. Parents and Instructors are most effective when they praise effort and results equally. Praising effort means recognizing errors as learning opportunities that lead to improvement and success. The brain is a muscle that becomes stronger through hard work and learning from our mistakes. We can motivate children to develop a growth mindset and achieve their goals through communication about effort, learning, and persistence. Ive got to have a growth mindset, man. Thats what its about, me still trying to improve even at 30 and (after) 12 years in the league. â€" LeBron James You might also be interested in: Mistakes Make the Student Ring in the New Year with Kumon’s Goal Setting Tips Roundup Neuro-what? Why Neuroplasticity Is the Key to Making Your Smart Kid Even Smarter. Ace the School Year with Kumons Study Tips Roundup