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Growing Together: Embracing a Growth Mindset

Lesson Plan

Growing Together: Embracing a Growth Mindset

Growth Mindset

This lesson introduces middle school students to the concept of a growth mindset, emphasizing the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for learning and improvement. Through a combination of discussion, video, and collaborative activity, students will explore how adopting a growth mindset can positively impact their personal and academic lives. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.

Audience

Middle School Students

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Video: Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset, and Activity Instructions

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

  • Briefly introduce the concept of a growth mindset.
  • Explain that today we'll explore how our mindset can affect our learning and success.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to engage students in thinking about their own mindsets.
  • Encourage students to share examples of when they faced a challenge and how they approached it.

Step 3

Video Viewing

3 mins

Step 4

Collaborative Activity

7 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with a scenario where they need to apply a growth mindset.
  • Ask groups to discuss and present how they would handle the situation using a growth mindset.

Step 5

Closure

2 mins

  • Recap the key points discussed in the lesson.
  • Encourage students to reflect on how they can apply a growth mindset in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Growth Mindset Discussion

A discussion to help students explore their understanding of growth and fixed mindsets and how these mindsets affect their learning and personal growth.

What is a growth mindset?

Encourage students to think about the definition and characteristics of a growth mindset.







Can you think of a time when you faced a challenge? How did you approach it?

Guide students to reflect on their past experiences and whether they used a growth or fixed mindset.







How can adopting a growth mindset help you in school and life?

Discuss the benefits of a growth mindset, such as resilience, learning from mistakes, and personal development.







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Worksheet

Growth Mindset Activity

An activity where students work in groups to apply a growth mindset to various scenarios, encouraging collaboration and critical thinking.

Scenario 1: You didn't do well on a test. How can you use a growth mindset to improve next time?

Think about strategies like seeking help, studying differently, or practicing more.







Scenario 2: You're trying a new sport and find it difficult. How can a growth mindset help you?

Consider the importance of practice, learning from mistakes, and perseverance.







Scenario 3: You want to learn a new skill but feel discouraged. How can you overcome this with a growth mindset?

Reflect on setting goals, being patient, and celebrating small successes.







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