GRIT
Who is at the forefront of studying grit?
Angela Duckwork
What Standford University Professor is leading the study of growth and fixed mindset?
Carol Dweck
A dendrite _____________ information.
Receive
On the top floor of ER building and online, a student can take advantage of ________________; a free resource!
Tutoring
What are Mrs. H's office hours?
T/R 5:15-5:55
by appointment
What is the definition of grit?
passion and perseverance for long-term goals
Yes.
An axon ____________ information.
Transmits or carries
If a student desires to improve their physical health, they may take advantage of the ______________ __________ ____________.
Student Recreation Center
Are the grading systems of Reading and College Success the same?
No.
Does someone with grit usually have a fixed or growth mindset?
Growth
People who believe their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard workâbrains and talent are just the starting point is called _____________.
Cerebral Cortex
A student needs a gentle push to stay on track because they are not feeling intrinsically motivated. This student might consider contacting their ____________ ____________.
Success Coach
You aren't sure if you have any assignments due for Mrs. H's class. Where are two of three places you can look for this information?
1. Brightspace calendar for our class
2. Announcements pages
3. Course Activities
Where did Angela Duckwork used to teach before she left to study grit at Penn as part of her Ph.D.?
7th grade math
Carol Dweck says people believe their basic qualities, like their intelligence or talent, are simply fixed traits have a _____________.
Fixed Mindset
A deep reading strategy that encourages the reader to use symbols to note vocabulary, important, or interesting ideas; to make connections to the text, to ask questions of the author/text, and to write comments and summaries in the margins.
Annotating text
If a student needs a copy of a textbook, a snack, or new Pelli swag, they can go to the ____________ building and visit the ___________.
Goins, bookstore
What are at least two things you should do to be professionally responsible when you miss class?
1. Email the instructor with the date and a brief description of the absence
2. Review the announcements page and complete as many assignments as possible
3. Ask a classmate for support with missing assignments
Can grit be taught/learned?
Yes, absolutely!
A classmate complains they are struggling with organization, task completion, and studying but also tells you they watch TV for 2-3 hours a day, play video games for at least an hour, and hang out with or text friends for 45-90 minutes a day. What kind of mindset do they have, and what would you advise them to do? What resources would you encourage them to utilize on campus?
Answers vary
--Fixed mindset
--Tutoring
--Stay Strong
--Counseling
--Office Hours
What is the research-based strategy for note-taking that has been proven to help move information from the short-term to the long-term memory due to the structure and function of the system?
C-Notes
Cornell Notes
A student needs support with designing their schedule and needs to email or contact their __________.
Advisor
How many dogs does Mrs. H have currently?