What defines the success of individuals in society? One would argue that their mindset dictates success in business, social circles, personal life, sport, and in academic pursuits. A mindset evolves around beliefs, which sets the foundations in adolescence. Parents have a great influence in the formation of their children’s ' mindset, with parental nurture proving to be the first determining factor. This developed mindset then sets the tone for school achievements, and views on their own intelligence emerges. Youth who believe their intelligence is innate tend to fail, as academic classes become more challenging over the years. In comparison, those youth who believe their abilities can grow can see an improvement in grades. Their attitudes
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By definition, mindset is said to be a personal viewpoint on one 's own qualities and attitudes (Laurian-fitzgerald & Roman, 2016). After years of research Dweck developed the concepts of a fixed mindset, and a growth mindset. These ideas explain why some children love challenging situations, and why others avoid such tests (Dweck, 2006). A fixed mindset holds the belief that talents are innate. They believe that you are born with your set abilities in all aspects of life. This includes sporting ability, along with academic ability. This means that these people hold a negative view towards challenges and struggles, as they believe there is a cap on their personal abilities. A fixed mindset means that those people feel that they cannot change their abilities, and can never grow (Dweck, 2007). Those children who have a fixed mindset require positive and confirming feedback so that their abilities are supported, and when rating themselves can often give an inaccurate representation of their scores. When these children were asked what would their reaction be to a failed test, many said they would cheat on the next test from someone who they know did a good job (Dweck, …show more content…
Some talent can still be innate, but these can be expanded through hard work. Children who hold a growth mindset can achieve whatever they set their minds to, and are open to learning through new experiences. Negative feedback does not dishearten those who portray a growth mindset, as this is needed to grow and blossom new talents and abilities. They view the world as their oyster, and have the belief that they have just not yet succeeded in whatever avenue they seek to explore. All challenges are accepted as opportunities to grow intelligence and sporting abilities. Those with a growth mindset score themselves accurately at that moment and seek the methods of information required to become successful (Dweck, 2006). Dweck questioned students on what they would do if they failed a test they were set. The students, demonstrating a growth mindset said they would ask for the information they needed to get a better mark, and study harder for future tests (Dweck,
By definition, mindset is said to be a personal viewpoint on one 's own qualities and attitudes (Laurian-fitzgerald & Roman, 2016). After years of research Dweck developed the concepts of a fixed mindset, and a growth mindset. These ideas explain why some children love challenging situations, and why others avoid such tests (Dweck, 2006). A fixed mindset holds the belief that talents are innate. They believe that you are born with your set abilities in all aspects of life. This includes sporting ability, along with academic ability. This means that these people hold a negative view towards challenges and struggles, as they believe there is a cap on their personal abilities. A fixed mindset means that those people feel that they cannot change their abilities, and can never grow (Dweck, 2007). Those children who have a fixed mindset require positive and confirming feedback so that their abilities are supported, and when rating themselves can often give an inaccurate representation of their scores. When these children were asked what would their reaction be to a failed test, many said they would cheat on the next test from someone who they know did a good job (Dweck, …show more content…
Some talent can still be innate, but these can be expanded through hard work. Children who hold a growth mindset can achieve whatever they set their minds to, and are open to learning through new experiences. Negative feedback does not dishearten those who portray a growth mindset, as this is needed to grow and blossom new talents and abilities. They view the world as their oyster, and have the belief that they have just not yet succeeded in whatever avenue they seek to explore. All challenges are accepted as opportunities to grow intelligence and sporting abilities. Those with a growth mindset score themselves accurately at that moment and seek the methods of information required to become successful (Dweck, 2006). Dweck questioned students on what they would do if they failed a test they were set. The students, demonstrating a growth mindset said they would ask for the information they needed to get a better mark, and study harder for future tests (Dweck,