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Growth Mindset Adventure

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Lesson Plan

Growth Mindset Adventure

Understanding and applying growth mindset

This lesson engages 10th-grade students in understanding and applying a growth mindset through a game-based learning approach. Students will participate in a discussion, watch a video, complete an activity, and fill out a worksheet to reinforce their understanding of growth mindset principles. This lesson is important as it helps students develop resilience and a positive attitude towards learning and personal development.

Audience

10th Grade Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Growth Mindset Adventure Worksheet, Video: Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset, Pens, and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction to the concept of growth mindset and its importance.
  • Explain the objectives of the lesson and how it will be conducted through a game-based approach.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to engage students in a conversation about their current understanding of growth mindset.
  • Encourage students to share personal experiences and thoughts on how a growth mindset can impact their learning and personal growth.

Step 3

Video Viewing

5 mins

  • Show the video Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset.
  • Ask students to note down key points that resonate with them during the video, particularly those related to growth mindset.

Step 4

Growth Mindset Activity

10 mins

  • Distribute the "Growth Mindset Adventure Worksheet" to each student.
  • Guide students through a game-based activity where they identify areas in their life where they can apply a growth mindset.
  • Encourage students to reflect on how adopting a growth mindset can help them overcome challenges.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Ask students to share their reflections and insights with the class.
  • Summarize the key takeaways from the lesson and encourage students to continue applying a growth mindset in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Growth Mindset Discussion

A discussion to explore students' understanding of growth mindset and its impact on learning and personal development.

Can you think of a time when you faced a challenge and how you dealt with it?

Encourage students to reflect on how they approached the challenge and what they learned from it.







What does having a growth mindset mean to you?

Discuss the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.







How can a growth mindset help you in your academic and personal life?

Explore how adopting a growth mindset can lead to resilience and continuous improvement.







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Worksheet

Growth Mindset Adventure Worksheet

A worksheet to guide students in identifying areas where they can apply a growth mindset and reflect on its benefits.

Identify a challenge you are currently facing and how you can approach it with a growth mindset.








What steps can you take to embrace challenges and learn from feedback?








How can you remind yourself to persist when things get tough?








Reflect on a past experience where a growth mindset helped you succeed.








What is one area in your life where you want to apply a growth mindset?








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