Mindsets and Motivation in Learning

According to the text, what is a "fixed mind-set"?

• The belief that intelligence can be developed through effort.

• The belief that intelligence is a fixed trait and cannot be changed.

• The belief that intelligence is irrelevant to success.

• The belief that intelligence is determined by external factors.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

What did the study involving 60 fifth graders reveal about students' reactions to mistakes?

• All students reacted defensively to mistakes.

• Some students focused on fixing errors and improving skills.

• Most students ignored their mistakes.

• Students were indifferent to mistakes.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

What is the primary difference between students with a growth mind-set and those with a fixed mind-set, as described in the text?

• Students with a growth mind-set avoid challenges.

• Students with a fixed mind-set believe effort is unnecessary.

• Students with a growth mind-set believe intelligence is fixed.

• Students with a fixed mind-set embrace challenges.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

In the text, what is the effect of praising children's innate abilities?

• It encourages them to work harder.

• It reinforces a fixed mind-set.

• It has no effect on their motivation.

• It leads to immediate academic success.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

According to the text, how do students with a growth mind-set view challenges?

• As threats to their intelligence.

• As opportunities to learn.

• As unnecessary obstacles.

• As irrelevant to their success.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1