Mindsets in the Classroom

by Mary Cay Ricci

When students believe that dedication and hard work can change their performance in school, they grow to become resilient, successful students. Inspired by the popular mindset idea that hard work and effort can lead to success, this updated edition of Mindsets in the Classroom provides educators with ideas for ways to build a growth mindset school culture, wherein students are challenged to change their thinking about their abilities and potential. The book includes a planning template, a step-by-step description of a growth mindset culture, and Look Fors for adopting a differentiated, responsive instruction model teachers can use immediately in their classrooms. It also highlights the importance of critical thinking and teaching students to learn from failure. The four most important components of a growth mindset learning environment are also presented. The book includes a sample professional development plan and ideas for communicating the mindset concept to parents. This updated edition also presents ways to build the concept of “grit” and includes application to Makerspaces, instructional coaching, grading, and more! With this book's easy-to-follow advice, tasks, and strategies, teachers can grow a love of learning in their students.

216 pages, Paperback

Published May 2, 2024

Reviews

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I only rated this book 4/5 because it’s an older version. There is an updated version out there, and I’m sure I would give it 5/5!

Here’s the updated version on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3S6sJUO

Growth mindset isn’t a new concept. I’ve been trying to encourage it in children for years. But I bought this book back in 2016 and, well, never got past Chapter 1. (I really don’t know why.)

So as this past school year was coming to an end, I forced myself to read it. I forced myself to get past that first chapter. And man! I wish I would have done it back in 2016! Mary Cay Ricci gave me some great ideas to help with the areas I’ve been struggling with in implementation with students!

I definitely recommend this book, but probably the newer version as the summary suggests that the information in this book that is outdated has been updated.