Grade 7 Unit 1

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Neuron

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A cell that sends and receives signals in your brain.

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Neural pathway

Back

A connection of neurons that forms when you repeat an action or thought.

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Myelin

Back

Coating that forms around neural pathways as we practice, helping signals between neurons travel faster.

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Mistake

Back

Something done incorrectly.

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Growth Mindset

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The belief that your brain can grow and change.

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Roadblock

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Something that gets in the way of achieving a goal.

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Internal Roadblock

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A roadblock that is within your control, like unhelpful thoughts or not being prepared.

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External Roadblock

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A roadblock that's in your environment, like not having support from others or a way to get where you need to go.

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Reactive

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Responding to a situation that has already happened.

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Proactive

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Planning for potential problems before they happen.