Hi #sstlap, this is Bill Chapman, a retired secondary social studies teacher, checking in from Berkeley, CA. I've not read Dweck's book, so I may just lurk and learn tonight. We'll see.
A1: Focused on learning through appreciating the process more than the results.
It feels good to 'get done' though with tasks that don't promote my own learning. #sstlap
Nikki, teaching Social to grades 11 and 12 in sunny, spring-like (finally!) Calgary; dealing with small kids and bedtime and big kid building a Rube Goldberg machine; will be in and out #sstlap
A1 I hope I focus on the learning along the way. Although hard to avoid setting and meeting goals when working - easier to do that now that I'm retired. #sstlap
A1) My mindset has grown to be more comfortable with the idea of growth and learning through every step of the process. In life and in teaching, I plan and I like to plan well the first time around. #sstlap
A1: I'm still focused on achieving the goal, although I'm trying hard to be more mindful of the learning process; I'm definitely in the midst of shifting my own mindset #sstlap
A1: I’ve been 1 to focus on achieving the task, but with kinder I’ve been finding that the learning along the way is much more important than if they get the task done #sstlap
I was writing a post today about mindset and reflecting on how often I have been fixed, but seeing more times where I am shifting to growth mindset- enjoying the journey #sstlap
As I am continuing to read the book, I think it would be hard to be growth mindset 100% I think there are aspects in life that ebb and flow, but identifying these areas allows for growth #sstlap
interesting- I was HS and know there was too much emphasis on outcome not process and learning- I think reflecting on the journey and obstacles are where learning really resides- we gloss over that too quickly and focus on got it don't got it #sstlap
Comfort is a huge step...hard to step out of our comfort zone and take a new approach; simply being comfortable with a challenge is a good thing #sstlap
I agree!!! Sometimes I find my kids that can’t finish the task know more because they can explain what they’ve been trying. It may not be the right step, but they have a knowledge of why they did it #sstlap
yes- those who are persistent and deal with obstacles learn more. I always tell a story about a canoe trip- 1 canoe made it down without incident - my buddy and I hit every rock, got stuck on top of a rock 2x spilled the cooler - in the end we have a great story #sstlap
yeah, I know when I am confident in my abilities it is easier to present to others get out of comfort zone - easier to have missteps because I know how to adjust and overcome them- but I had to fail or see failure to learn those skills- not born all knowing #sstlap
A2) Allowing time for student inquiry: critical thought,analysis & sharing of ideas. That may extend beyond what you initially calendared. Part 2 of the question PARENTING! Had baby last year. She brings me joy & humbled my mindset real quick! #sstlap
A2: this entire year has been dedicated to trying new things. I tried out a couple of blogging projects, I’m in the middle of an empowerment lesson. During and after, We reflect through the process #sstlap
A2: Right now it is the writing process for our essay; we scaffold the process for our Ss and have them revise, rewrite, feedback, in a cycle to focus on learning how to do it #sstlap
A2 Lately I find myself absorbed in learning about astrophysics, cosmology and black holes. No deadlines, no goals, just immersing myself in books and conversations. Bliss! #sstlap
A2 worry about achievement when I have something I have to get done- fix the dryer, bike, lawnmower.
Concerned with the journey when hear about new tech tool- I play, explore, try something new when no pressure for final product #sstlap
A2: for me it has been with their writing. I have been focusing more on if they are at least attempting to write letters & words, not worrying about if we have spelled correctly, used spaces, etc. #sstlap
Nice- all sound interesting- I am huge PBS fan- woodworking, cooking, some skills I may never try, but they show me what is possible. have been "reading" audio books about leadership, motivation lately and enjoying the learning #sstlap
A2 Lately I find myself absorbed in learning about astrophysics, cosmology and black holes. No deadlines, no goals, just immersing myself in books and conversations. Bliss! #sstlap
congrats! I remember the birth of our first daughter 11 years ago and know the change in how I acted, priorities, and dealt with students changed as I witnessed her learning #sstlap
A3: Fixed mindset vs growth mindset?
I would like to say I aspire to #GrowthMindset but there are areas where fixed takes over. Reframe it and get moving forward. Moving to a growth mindset need to have clarity on where you are at + how you are interacting in situations. #sstlap
A3: Fixed is definitely there when I deal with stuff that is finicky or need close attention; I hate it and struggle with it (ie. cake decorating); Growth is my comfort with most tech and seeing that I can learn new stuff and new approaches #sstlap
So important! I always tell my students that the first and last time, I read their writing doesn't have to be when I am grading the final draft. This has helped them also seek my guidance through the writing process. #sstlap
A3 I am now 70. The older I grow, the harder it is to avoid a fixed mindset. I find myself focusing on slowing the dilapidation of mind and body that comes with age, rather than growing. #sstlap
A3: I’d like to think I have more of a growth mindset when it comes to instruction. I love getting more ideas if strategies & things to try! Parent interactions are where I have more of a fixed mindset, because I’m not as confident with these skills #sstlap
I can easily ID elements of Fixed mindset- I sometimes want to have the acknowledgement of accomplishment, but also have found joy in just learning new things. I know not having as many daily deadlines I feel more freedom to explore #sstlap
A4 As a teacher, one can create learning activities where it is impossible to fail, where students are swept up and carried along by the activity. #sstlap
A4: Ss check out and ask me about grades too much. I tell them to stop, breathe, and have them answer this question - are you learning at least 1 thing in here everyday? #sstlap
yes- used to talk to students saying if you get a score you don't like let's talk about what you can do to demonstrate the learning- also told them I don't care about grades i care about learning- let the revise and provided feedback #sstlap
A4: Ss check out and ask me about grades too much. I tell them to stop, breathe, and have them answer this question - are you learning at least 1 thing in here everyday? #sstlap
Saw Bill’s comment and jumping in here. 1st, turn off the TV. Seriously, have you tried it? 2d go back to school —or another situation in which you learn something. I’ve doe both things in the past few months. Does wonders for your mindset. Teachers must be learners too. #sstlap
A3 I am now 70. The older I grow, the harder it is to avoid a fixed mindset. I find myself focusing on slowing the dilapidation of mind and body that comes with age, rather than growing. #sstlap
A4: Students that don't start for fear of failure can take that first step if they don't worry about achievement, but instead focus on the learning that will happen as they move forward.
Relationships, sharing stories, and celebrating learning (over achievement) #sstlap
A4) I encourage Ss in my online courses to push their thinking and offer them opportunities to revise their work if it's not up to snuff. I don't post the grade until it meets the standard. #sstlap
when we as teachers say things like - you want to do well on this it is worth a lot of points, or a big part of your grade we set them up for failure. We shift it from learning to grade acquisition - #sstlap
A4: Ss check out and ask me about grades too much. I tell them to stop, breathe, and have them answer this question - are you learning at least 1 thing in here everyday? #sstlap
A4) Teaching students in a GATE Magnet program they (and parents) often are focused on the transcripts, the end destination (top University). Shift this by using my content to focus on skill , Ss asking ?s, & of course the intertwined life lessons. #sstlap
A4: My gr 12s are all about acheivement; they don't care about learning, for the most part; if it isn't for marks, it is challenging to get them to think and reflect #sstlap
I had Ss grade themselves this year and they were honest with their self grading. The number one question I got - “am I allowed to fix this after I graded myself?” Yes! #sstlap
yes- love that - meet standard first-
had a student who was a great student, but it came easy- I gave her some constructive feedback and was giving her lower scores with opp to revise- she would to get the A. I should not have given grade, but still challenged her #sstlap
A4) I encourage Ss in my online courses to push their thinking and offer them opportunities to revise their work if it's not up to snuff. I don't post the grade until it meets the standard. #sstlap
I love working with tech - trying new things- making/editing videos sharing how tech can impact learning when done right-
I spend hours days months working on things just because #sstlap
A5/A6: Video gaming comes to mind. I can't tell you how many fails come in learning to play a new game. Games like Fortnite use immediate feedback (consequences) drive students to do more and start again quicker.
Students need to feel agency. How is good Q? #sstlap
Sorry! Kinda in & out now. Working on a letter for a Ss, & reading about language development at certain age levels! (I’ve got a growth mindset about it!) #sstlap
A5 My students loved solving puzzles of one sort or another. So I learned to create lessons that turned learning into solving mysteries and logic puzzles. #sstlap
A5: I’m doing a Renaissance project - Ss chose their Renaissance figure, they are creating the questions and the individual artifacts. A lot of creativity happening. Most are enjoying the process. One student is bringing in a green screen to do a commercial. #sstlap
A5/A6: Video gaming comes to mind. I can't tell you how many fails come in learning to play a new game. Games like Fortnite use immediate feedback (consequences) drive students to do more and start again quicker.
Students need to feel agency. How is good Q? #sstlap
A5: I’m doing a Renaissance project - Ss chose their Renaissance figure, they are creating the questions and the individual artifacts. A lot of creativity happening. Most are enjoying the process. One student is bringing in a green screen to do a commercial. #sstlap
A5 My students loved solving puzzles of one sort or another. So I learned to create lessons that turned learning into solving mysteries and logic puzzles. #sstlap
Oh before I forget- I am looking for a host next week-
I am out of town so hoping someone has a topic and 6 or so questions
let me know if interested #sstlap
A6) My Ss like sharing their ideas. That may not seem like a big deal but, in an online and asynchronous environment, they don't always get that opportunity. They learn a lot from each other even with the limited interaction (via GDocs commenting). #sstlap
A6: my Ss love doing all sorts of things - we all have different backgrounds and interests. It’s up to me to find out their interests and create ways for them to use their strengths/interests. I’m still trying to figure out how to incorporate Batman - I made a promise. #sstlap
If you haven't looked at #XPLAP - explore like a pirate - gamification,
or #ditchbook
or Play like a pirate books you are missing out- there are a ton of ideas and examples to engage students #sstlap
A7: I have tried both growth and fixed in these situations, however by this point in the school year I am worn down.
If those difficult behaviors can't be relearned, adapated by this time (with admin support) my fixed mindest says remove student. #sstlap
A7) With teaching online, I don't have the same behavior issues as in a traditional classroom setting. However, there can still be some issues. I try to remind myself they are teaching/learning opps. Easier online b/c have time to think about how to react. #sstlap
Early in my career when I was struggling with all the demands - I didn't take criticism or poor student behavior well.
As I have grown I have tried to not pick up the rope, I try to separate the behavior from the student and deal with behavior allowing clean slate idea #sstlap
A7 I spent my first 5 years as a teacher in a continuation high school in a very wealthy community in southern California. There, fixed mindsets on teachers parts were highways to failure. Luckily, I was young enough to be swept up in a growth mindset. #sstlap
I definitely think that is an advantage that newer Ts often have. They are open to new ideas, ways of doing things & seeing situations, etc. Not that more exp Ts can't or don't. #sstlap
A7 I spent my first 5 years as a teacher in a continuation high school in a very wealthy community in southern California. There, fixed mindsets on teachers parts were highways to failure. Luckily, I was young enough to be swept up in a growth mindset. #sstlap
I think they are great, but push teachers to make sure they connect to content- you can create amazing learning activities and not just fun.
Saw an amazing HS Science one- so much content was mindblowing #sstlap
A7: I’m getting better, but every now and then I have a fixed mindset when dealing with discipline and lose my cool. But I am better with having conversations about behavior - sit down discussions, how can we make this better? #sstlap
I went back and forth- started in growth, but then when had a number of courses handed to me without resources the struggles and stress allowed me to move to fixed, but was pushed to grow and am on the move to growth mindset - #sstlap I am a work in progress
Sorry. bedtime called and I missed the last part. Interesting discussion and I look forward to reading through the rest of the responses. Thanks all! #sstlap
As are we all! :) One of the great things about teaching is that we can go back in the next class period or the next day and try again . . . and again. #sstlap
yes- I would say that I am similar -- being aware of it has helped me move to conversations- and also deal with behaviors early and often and not let them build up #sstlap
A7: I’m getting better, but every now and then I have a fixed mindset when dealing with discipline and lose my cool. But I am better with having conversations about behavior - sit down discussions, how can we make this better? #sstlap
