Reading Flashcard - Smart Kids

Front

What is Carol S. Dweck’s main argument in The Secret to Raising Smart Kids?

Back

Hard work and effort can help develop intelligence.

Front

What is a key characteristic of individuals with a fixed mindset?

Back

They avoid difficult tasks to protect their self-image.

Front

According to Dweck, how does praising children for their intelligence affect them?

Back

It causes them to develop a fixed mindset.

Front

What is one benefit of having a growth mindset?

Back

Developing resilience and persistence when facing challenges.

Front

Why did Jonathan, the student in Dweck’s research, lose interest in school?

Back

He believed that intelligence was fixed and effort didn’t matter.

Front

What helped students overcome 'learned helplessness' in Dweck’s study?

Back

Learning that mistakes can help them grow.

Front

What role does effort play in a growth mindset?

Back

It is essential for improvement and learning.

Front

How should parents and teachers praise students to foster a growth mindset?

Back

By highlighting their effort and problem-solving strategies.

Front

What does the Brainology program teach students?

Back

The brain grows and develops through learning.

Front

What is the main takeaway from Dweck’s research?

Back

Praising effort helps students develop a growth mindset.