This book is based on an in-depth filmed conversation between Howard Burton and renowned psychologist Carol Dweck, Stanford University. This conversation provides behind-the-scenes, detailed insights into the development of Carol’s important work on growth mindsets and fixed mindsets: how different ways of thinking influence learning ability and success.
This carefully-edited book includes an introduction, Justified Applause, and questions for discussion at the end of each chapter:
I. Fixed Beginnings - Mrs. Wilson’s legacy II. Confronted by Young Wisdom - Encountering growth-minded 10-year-olds III. The Genius Defense - All pain, no gain IV. Good and Bad Praise - Embracing the process V. Getting Personal - Popular writing, John McEnroe, and enforcing standards VI. Brainsets - Neuroplasticity and intelligence VII. Gender Differences - Male and female mindsets VIII. Getting the Message Out - Inspiration and misinterpretation IX. Practical Tips - Beneficial struggling and the power of “yet” X. Diversity and Universality - French, Americans and common ground XI. New Horizons - From school bullying to Middle East politics XII. The Big Picture - Growing the human condition
About Ideas Roadshow Conversations Series:
This book is part of an expanding series of 100+ Ideas Roadshow conversations, each one presenting a wealth of candid insights from a leading expert in a focused yet informal setting to give non-specialists a uniquely accessible window into frontline research and scholarship that wouldn't otherwise be encountered through standard lectures and textbooks. For other books in this series visit our website: https://ideasroadshow.com/.Dettagli libro
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Howard Burton
Howard Burton, the founder and creator of Ideas On Film, holds a PhD in theoretical physics and an MA in philosophy. Howard was the Founding Director of Canada's Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. His experiences at developing PI's research and outreach mandates were described in his book, First Principles: Building Perimeter Institute, featuring a foreword by Nobel Laureate Roger Penrose.
For his award-winning initiative Ideas Roadshow, Howard has hosted and filmed in-depth conversations with more than 100 world-leading experts, including 3 Nobel Laureates. Ideas Roadshow conversations reveal the inspirations and personal journeys behind the research while providing behind-the-scenes insights into the world of frontline researchers.
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