MY MINDSET & MY PERFORMANCE -
LESSON 4:

REFLECTING ON GROWTH MINDSETS

Have a go at this paper cutting challenge in your class. Consider the statement below:

"EVERYTHING IS HARD, BEFORE IT IS EASY." (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe)

DISCUSS: to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Explain / justify your position?

PART 1- (5 MINUTES)

Rationale

  • Learning starts with a mindset. Every skill we have ever learned has been developed over time- by wiring our brain circuitry to carry out the function.

Learning objectives

By the end of this lesson, learners should:

  • reflect on their learning about growth mindsets

  • record and communicate their informed position about the brain, neuroplasticity, growth mindsets and their performance

PART 2- watch, reflect, discuss- (15 MINUTES)

As students watch, they are to record a couple of dot points in their workbook about how this clip either challenges or confirms their understanding of the growth mindset? (or both) At the end, teachers to facilitate a class discussion.

PART 3- 5 MINUTES- watch and discuss

Michael Jordan explains some keys to success in sports and life. A unique collection of clips and quotes to inspire, motivate and move you forward.

What was one thing that Michael Jordan said that inspired you? Share that one thing with the person sitting next to you.

PART 4- 15-20 MINUTES GROWTH MINDSET REFLECTION ACTIVITY

After reflecting on both clips and what you have learned earlier in THRIVE Series 1 or 2, write a 100-200 word summary of what you know about the relationship between your brain, neuroplasticity, growth mindsets and performance.