Online Class: Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students

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15Lessons
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6Hours
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0.6CEUs
Course Description
Imagine walking into a classroom where every student not only believes they can succeed but thrives on the challenge to do so. This isn't a dream or a far-off vision�it's the reality you can help create with our course, "Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students." This is no ordinary class; it's a transformative journey that's designed to equip you with the skills to inspire the leaders, thinkers, and innovators of tomorrow.
In today's ever-evolving world, the ability to adapt, persevere, and grow through adversity isn't just beneficial; it's essential. This course is not just another addition to your professional development; it's the key to unlocking your students' potential. As education professionals, we often grapple with the complexities of fixed mindsets entrenched in fear and comparison. Imagine transforming these challenges into opportunities for growth, where students see failures not as setbacks but stepping stones for success. This course will show you how.
Through the power of neuroplasticity, you'll gain insights into how the brain rewires itself, supporting growth and continuous development. You'll discover how embracing change can revolutionize the learning experience, proving that effort and strategy truly trump innate talent. Our approach isn't just grounded in theory; it's a practical guide that merges pioneering research with actionable strategies.
A major part of our journey revolves around the dynamics of resilience, a critical component of emotional and cognitive development. Imagine reshaping a student's adversity into an experience rich with learning and personal growth. This course weaves the fascinating strands of psychology and biology into your teaching arsenal, reinforcing your students' ability to face and conquer challenges.
What sets our course apart is the emphasis on inclusive learning spaces, where each student's voice is heard, valued, and understood. Collaboration isn't just encouraged; it's essential. You'll learn to cultivate environments that celebrate diverse perspectives, nurturing problem-solvers equipped to navigate and tackle the world's complex challenges.
Moreover, you will find that empowering students isn't just about teaching resilience; it's about instilling confidence through empowering narratives. You'll master strategies to help students overcome self-doubt, transforming their internal monologue from one of apprehension to one bursting with confidence and motivation.
A unique aspect of our course is the focus on transformative feedback. You'll move beyond the generic phrase and embrace a feedback style that is specific, timely, and constructive. This process-centric approach nurtures lifelong learners, enabling students to see every piece of feedback as a chance to improve and flourish.
Throughout each session, we blend methodologies such as Angela Duckworth's grit with growth mindset riches inspired by Carol Dweck, proving that passion and perseverance are the true bedrock of success. You will become adept at guiding students to set realistic, measurable goals, fostering an environment that emphasizes continuous improvement and strategic planning in tackling challenges.
Our course also dives into rethinking what success truly means, helping educators appreciate and teach that intelligence and ability are not static traits but qualities that can be developed through dedication and hard work. You'll gain strategies to motivate students intrinsically, shifting their focus from merely achieving grades to valuing the learning journey itself.
We stand firmly on the threshold of change, and this course is your invitation to step forward as a leader in education. It's time to empower yourself with the tools to foster a growth mindset, encouraging your students to thrive both academically and personally. When you choose to enroll in "Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students," you're deciding to be more than just an educator�you're becoming a catalyst for change. If you're ready to transform the landscape of learning, ready to inspire and be inspired, this is the pivotal moment you've been waiting for. Embrace it, and watch as you and your students soar to new heights of potential and achievement.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Cultivating Resilience in Education: Embracing a Growth Mindset
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-WorkSheet-18004.pdf
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam
Lesson 2. Embracing Change: How Neuroplasticity Shapes Learning
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-WorkSheet-18005.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam
Lesson 3. Fixed Mindset: Recognizing Limiting Beliefs and Overcoming Them
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-WorkSheet-18006.pdf
Complete: Lesson 3 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam
Lesson 4. Resilience: Psychology and Biology in Action
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-Activity-18007.pdf
Complete: Lesson 4 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam
Lesson 5. Fostering Growth Through Inclusive Learning Spaces
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-StudyGuide-18008.pdf
Complete: Lesson 5 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam
Lesson 6. Overcoming Self-Doubt through Empowering Narratives
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-HomeWork-18009.pdf
Complete: Lesson 6 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam
Lesson 7. Cultivating Resilient Students: The Power of Growth Mindset
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-WorkSheet-18010.pdf
Complete: Lesson 7 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam
Lesson 8. Transformative Feedback: Nurturing Adaptable, Lifelong Learners
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-HomeWork-18011.pdf
Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam
Lesson 9. Opportunities in Disguise
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-Activity-18012.pdf
Complete: Lesson 9 Activity
Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam
Lesson 10. Reflection in Education: A Catalyst for Resilience and Growth
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-StudyGuide-18013.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam
Lesson 11. Introspecting Ambitions
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-StudyGuide-18014.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam
Lesson 12. Beyond Talent: Unleashing the Power of Grit in Learning
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-Activity-18016.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam
Lesson 13. The Praise Dilemma: Encouragement for a Growth Mindset
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-13-HomeWork-18018.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 13 Review Exam
Lesson 14. Fostering Cognitive Growth Through Team Work
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-14-HomeWork-18020.pdf
Assessment: Lesson 14 Review Exam
Lesson 15. Reframing Success: The Importance of Embracing and Teaching a Growth Mindset
Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-15-StudyGuide-18021.pdf
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments
Assessment: Lesson 15 Review Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the application of growth mindset principles by setting personal learning goals and identifying strategies to overcome academic challenges.
- Recognize the differences between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset by analyzing specific traits and attitudes in various scenarios.
- Define neuroplasticity and explain its role in enhancing cognitive flexibility and resilience by providing examples from linguistic and musical skill acquisition.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply growth mindset theories by employing targeted exercises that enhance problem-solving skills through the principles of neuroplasticity in educational settings.
- Demonstrate strategies for transitioning from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset in classroom settings.
- Define the characteristics of a fixed mindset and explain their impact on learning outcomes.
- Demonstrate the ability to apply cognitive restructuring techniques to challenge and reframe limiting beliefs for a stronger growth mindset.
- Identify and describe the role of the HPA axis in managing stress and outline strategies to develop an adaptable response in academic settings.
- Define strategies for creating a psychologically safe and inclusive classroom environment to support the development of a growth mindset in students.
- Demonstrate the ability to implement peer collaboration techniques that enhance communication skills and foster an inclusive atmosphere conducive to intellectual growth.
- Demonstrate the ability to use mindfulness practices, such as mindful breathing and gratitude journaling, to increase self-awareness and disrupt cycles of negative self-talk.
- Recognize patterns of negative self-talk, such as catastrophizing and overgeneralization, and apply reframing techniques to transform these thoughts into positive self-narratives.
- Identify the key principles of a growth mindset by describing how intelligence and abilities can evolve through effort and perseverance.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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