90 SEMESTER CHECK Do you have a growth mindset? Let’s suppose, just for a moment, that you fail an English test. What would you do? Would you tell yourself that you’ll never be able to (0) an English test? Or would you make excuses such as “I would have succeeded if I (1) more time to study”? These thoughts could indicate that you have a fixed mindset. (2) , if you realise that you need help and seek out new strategies to do better the next time, this is (3) of a growth mindset. So, what do these terms really mean? (4) to Carol Dweck, who developed the concept, people with a fixed mindset believe their basic qualities, like their intelligence or talent, are unchanging traits. They aim to demonstrate these innate qualities (5) developing them. They also believe that talent alone leads to success – without effort. In contrast, pupils with a growth mindset tend to see struggle as a natural part of getting better at something. When they encounter something they can’t yet do, they (6) more effort, try new strategies, and ultimately learn more. In her research, Dweck (7) that the distinction between fixed and growth mindsets has potentially far-reaching implications for schools and teachers. This is because the ways in which pupils think about learning, intelligence and their own abilities can have a significant impact on learning progress and academic performance. Dweck’s findings suggest that pupils might in fact learn more, and learn it faster and more thoroughly, if their teachers encourage them (8) in the value of hard work and practice. Her work has also shown that a ‘growth mindset’ (9) pupils. For example, when praising a pupil for excelling, teachers should (10) on hard work and determination rather than attributing their achievements to inborn traits or talents. Feedback like “You must have worked very hard” is far more effective than “You’re so smart” as it highlights the value of effort in accomplishing something. !! SPRACHVERWENDUNG IM KONTEXT Ich kann ein hinreichend breites Spektrum an sprachlichen Mitteln korrekt erkennen und anwenden. Read the text about a particular attitude towards learning. Some words are missing. Choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for each gap (1–10). Put a cross ( ) in the correct box. The first one (0) has been done for you. LANGUAGE IN USE 4 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv
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