Understanding Mindsets and Intelligence

What is a common characteristic of 'smart kids' in classrooms?

• They are always quiet.

• They often answer questions first.

• They never make mistakes.

• They dislike school.

What does the entity orientation suggest about abilities?

• Abilities can be improved with effort.

• Abilities are innate and fixed.

• Abilities are irrelevant to success.

• Abilities are determined by luck.

According to Dweck, what type of praise leads to a growth mindset?

• Praise for being smart.

• Praise for effort and hard work.

• Praise for being perfect.

• Praise for being the best.

What mindset is associated with the belief that abilities are stable?

• Growth mindset

• Fixed mindset

• Flexible mindset

• Dynamic mindset

What did the 2007 study of New York Public Schools find about students with a fixed mindset?

• They had better math grades.

• Their math grades improved over time.

• They were more interested in learning new skills.

• They had worse math grades and did not improve.

What did a recent meta-analysis reveal about the relationship between mindset and academic outcomes?

• There is a strong relationship.

• There is no relationship.

• There is a weak relationship.

• Mindset is the only factor affecting grades.

What is a possible reason why changing from a fixed to a growth mindset might not improve academic achievement?

• Mindset changes guarantee success.

• Mindset changes are immediate.

• Mindset is the only factor in academic success.

• Mindset changes might not occur quickly.

What is suggested for those who feel pressured to always get good grades?

• Step outside their comfort zone and try new things.

• Avoid trying new things.

• Focus only on grades.

• Stay within their comfort zone.

What is the main takeaway regarding mindset and future success?

• Mindset guarantees academic success.

• Mindset is important but not the only factor.

• Mindset is not important at all.

• Mindset solely determines future success.

What is the role of failure according to the conclusion of the video?

• Failure determines intelligence.

• Failure is a natural part of learning.

• Failure is a sign of weakness.

• Failure should be avoided at all costs.