This report from the Institute of Education Sciences explores interventions related to growth mindset on students’ academic success, college enrollment, and progress in college. The report includes 15 total studies, six of which meet What Works Clearinghouse standards. It summarizes the findings in each study and provides a summary table of the findings.
Overview Motivation Metacognition Applied Learning Glossary Instructional Strategies to Support Students’ Applied Learning Definition of applied learning: Learning techniques and self-discipline strategies that help students take greater ownership of achieving specific learning goals. Strategies to set the foundation: Instructors can provide guidance on how students can engage in self-quizzing and share best practices on note-taking. … Continue reading Applied Learning
Overview Motivation Metacognition Applied Learning Glossary Instructional Strategies to Support Students’ Metacognition Definition of metacognition: Understanding how to manage learning and actively adjust to the demands of any learning task. Strategies to set the foundation: Instructors can ask students to reflect on past courses and set goals for the current course. Strategies to encourage practice: … Continue reading Metacognition
Overview Motivation Metacognition Applied Learning Glossary Instructional Strategies to Support Students’ Motivation Definition of motivation: Emotions and beliefs around learning—such as a student’s feelings of control and self-efficacy and their sense of belonging. Strategies to set the foundation: Instructors can provide information on growth mindset and share past students’ testimonials. Strategies to encourage practice: Instructors … Continue reading Motivation