Question

Growth Mindset Math by Jo Boaler

Video 1: Jo Boaler discusses the brain and its ability to learn new information and how mistakes are a

huge part of that process. Her claim, through scientific research and data, is that the brain's synapses

grow when mistakes are made as opposed to the lack of growth that is made when a correct answer is

given. Based on this information, does this change the way that you might approach new tasks including

school? Explain your reasoning in a few sentences.

Answer 1

Yes. It will definitely affect the way I approach new tasks. Based on this information, my approach to new tasks will definitely change. I will approach such tasks not with the fear of making mistakes but rather doing it to the best of my ability knowing that I will be corrected when I make a mistake. Also, it makes me attempt new topics in school and stand up to answer questions in class with the knowledge of being corrected when I'm wrong.

I strongly believe that such will enable me to learn and get better both in class and in life.