Mindset Matters: Role-Play & Discussion

Paul Tentindo

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mindset Matters: Role-Play & Discussion

Identify growth vs. fixed mindset

This interactive lesson helps students identify growth and fixed mindset behaviors through role-play, discussions, and a mindset quiz. By understanding these mindsets, students can learn how adopting a growth mindset can positively affect their lives, encouraging resilience and a love for learning.

Audience

7th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Identify growth vs. fixed mindset

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Role-play scenario cards, Discussion guide, and Mindset quiz

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief explanation of what mindsets are.
Discuss the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset.
Use examples to illustrate each mindset.

Step 2

Role-Play Activity

20 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Distribute role-play scenario cards to each group.
Instruct students to act out scenarios that depict either a growth or fixed mindset.
Encourage creativity and engagement in the role-play.

Step 3

Mindset Quiz

10 mins

Distribute the mindset quiz to each student.
Allow students time to complete the quiz individually.
Encourage students to reflect on their results and what it means for their personal growth.

Step 4

Group Discussion

15 mins

Reconvene as a class and discuss the role-play scenarios and quiz results.
Use the discussion guide to facilitate conversation about how each scenario demonstrated a growth or fixed mindset.
Encourage students to share personal experiences related to the mindsets.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize key points from the discussion.
Ask students to reflect on how they can apply a growth mindset in their own lives.
Encourage students to set a personal goal related to adopting a growth mindset.

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Discussion

Mindset Discussion Guide

A guide to facilitate discussion on growth and fixed mindsets after the role-play activity.

What are some characteristics of a growth mindset?

Encourage students to think about openness to learning, resilience, and effort.

How did the role-play scenarios illustrate a fixed mindset?

Discuss specific behaviors or attitudes that showed a reluctance to change or learn.

Can you share a time when you had a fixed mindset? How did it affect you?

Guide students to reflect on personal experiences and the impact of their mindset.

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

Discuss potential benefits like improved learning, adaptability, and overcoming challenges.