This document discusses Carol Dweck's research on fixed and growth mindsets. It explains that those with fixed mindsets view their abilities as set, while those with growth mindsets see them as something that can be developed through effort. It notes that a growth mindset fosters a willingness to take on challenges and learn from mistakes rather than worrying about looking smart. The conclusion advocates that adults can help children adopt a growth mindset by focusing on effort over results.

1. Mindsets
Fixed vs. Growth

2. Dr. Carol Dweck
 Individuals who have fixed mindsets view
their intelligence and skills as constant and
unchanging rather than malleable.
 Individuals who have growth mindsets view
their intelligence as something that can be
improved upon through effort and
instruction.
 Fixed mindsets get in the way of learning
whereas growth mindsets foster a “can do”
attitude toward learning.

3. Dr. Carol Dweck
 People can have different mindsets in
different domains.
 Children who have growth mindsets view
new experiences as challenges or
opportunities rather than obstacles.
 Children who have growth mindsets are not
concerned about “looking smart” because
their goal is to learn.

4. Hoosiers
“Put your effort and
concentration into playing.”

5. Coach Norman Dale
 “Remember what got you here – Focus on
the fundamentals.”
 “And most importantly, don’t get caught up
in winning or losing this game.”
 “If you put your effort and concentration
into playing to your potential, to be the best
that you can be, I don’t care what the
scoreboard says at the end of the game. In
my book, we are going to be winners.”

6. Conclusion
 Parents and teachers can assist children to
acquire a growth mindset by valuing effort
rather than outcomes.