Good and Bad Praise

The video discusses the role of praise in shaping students' mindsets, focusing on the difference between fixed and growth mindsets. It highlights research from the 1990s that questioned the effectiveness of praising intelligence, which can lead to a fixed mindset. Instead, the video advocates for process praise, which emphasizes effort and strategies, fostering a growth mindset. Studies show that children praised for intelligence tend to avoid challenges and struggle with failure, while those praised for effort remain resilient and eager to learn from difficult tasks.

What were the outcomes for students who received praise for their effort or strategies?

In what ways did the research demonstrate the impact of different types of praise on student mindsets?