I have been a teacher for 25 years, a Headteacher for 10 years and, at the age of 49, this much I know about what a Growth Mindset culture looks like for real.
Wow, there’s a lot of power in such honesty. Yet it’s not weakness, is it? In understanding failure/difficulty/challenge, there is a sense of control. Say ‘thanks’ for this. Really gets me thinking.
wow – this pupil really has an excellent meta-cognitive grasp of their learning and I would be so proud of their attitude and effort.
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Love it. Made a crappy day much better.
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More reflections on growth mindset.
Wow, there’s a lot of power in such honesty. Yet it’s not weakness, is it? In understanding failure/difficulty/challenge, there is a sense of control. Say ‘thanks’ for this. Really gets me thinking.
From the mouths of babes!
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