Encouraging a Shift in Mindsets K-6

Handbook of Research on K-12 Blended and Virtual Learning Through the i²Flex Classroom Model - Advances in Mobile and Distance Learning ◽

10.4018/978-1-7998-7760-8.ch028 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 482-503

Author(s):

Eleftheria Maratos ◽

Christina Maria Venos

Keyword(s):

Positive Psychology ◽

Human Intelligence ◽

Mindset Theory

The authors' focus while writing this chapter is to effectively implement a mindset shift in their classrooms to successfully lead their students to take ownership of their learning and build resilience for the challenges they face in the classroom. An individual's mindset encompasses the beliefs and thoughts that the person has regarding his or her capabilities, intelligence, traits, and success. According to Zhang, Kuusisto, and Tirrri, the mindset theory founded on positive psychology by Carol Dweck asserts that human intelligence is a flexible quantity that helps in the prediction of numerous individual achievements such as socioeconomic, academic, cognitive, and affective achievements.

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Mindset, Decision Making, and Motivation

Advances in Psychology, Mental Health, and Behavioral Studies - Ethical Problem-Solving and Decision-Making for Positive and Conclusive Outcomes ◽

10.4018/978-1-5225-7582-5.ch003 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 37-56

Author(s):

Cynthia Mary Sistek-Chandler

Keyword(s):

Social Psychology ◽

Decision Making ◽

Cognitive Psychology ◽

Positive Psychology ◽

Growth Mindset ◽

Fixed Mindset ◽

Thinking Strategies ◽

Theoretical Foundations ◽

Mindset Theory

This chapter will provide an overview of mindset and discuss how mindset can assist in decision making and serve as a catalyst for changing perceptions that influence outcomes. Mindset is based on three theoretical foundations: 1) cognitive psychology, 2) social psychology and leadership, and 3) positive psychology. The act of applying mindset theory impacts decisions and decision making. Mindset has the ability to make changes and develop new paradigms for thinking. Strategies for applying growth mindset and how to avoid a fixed mindset will be offered to the reader. Along with the issue of motivation, mindset will also be discussed.

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