Growth Mindset
What is the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset?
Fixed = abilities are static; Growth = abilities grow with effort.
What does PBIS stand for?
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.
What are the six levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy?
Remember, Understand, Apply, Analyze, Evaluate, Create.
What does STEAM stand for?
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics.
What is purposeful technology integration?
Using technology aligned with learning goals.
Who developed Growth Mindset theory?
Carol Dweck.
How is PBIS different from traditional discipline systems?
Focuses on teaching and reinforcing positive behavior.
Why should teachers move beyond “remember” questions?
To promote critical thinking.
Why is STEAM considered interdisciplinary?
Integrates multiple disciplines.
How can technology support differentiation?
Supports varied pacing, multimodal learning.
Why should teachers praise effort over intelligence?
Builds resilience and persistence.
Why is teaching behavior more effective than punishing behavior?
Students must be taught expected behaviors.
Give one example of an “analyze” question.
Compare two characters’ motivations.
What real-world skills does STEAM develop?
Collaboration, innovation, problem-solving.
Name two formative assessment technology tools.
Kahoot, Nearpod, Socrative, EdPuzzle, etc.
How would you respond to a student who says, “I can’t do this”?
Add “yet,” provide strategies and support.
What is a school-wide expectations matrix?
Chart outlining behavior expectations across settings.
Give one example of a “create” task.
Design an experiment.
Give one example of a K–5 STEAM activity.
Build a bridge challenge.
What is digital citizenship?
Safe, responsible online behavior.
How does Growth Mindset promote long-term achievement?
Students believe effort leads to improvement.
How does PBIS align with MTSS?
PBIS provides tiered behavioral support within MTSS.
How does Bloom’s Taxonomy support differentiation?
Adjusts cognitive demand to meet readiness levels.
Why is project-based learning important in STEAM?
Encourages real-world application and inquiry.
How do you prevent technology overuse in the classroom?
Use intentionally and balance with hands-on learning.