Tag Archives: growth mindset

Knowledge Revisited

Posted on September 22, 2016 by Amy's Reflections

This morning I read this post about knowing and learning. Couros takes the ideas about fixed mindset (I don’t know) and growth mindset (I don’t know YET) and then adds in his innovator’s mindset (This is what I’ve created with … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflection | Tagged Amy Illingworth, education, growth mindset, Harvey, IMMOOC, innovator's mindset, Spanish | 1 Comment

Breaking Out of the Boxes

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Amy's Reflections

I recently successful broke out of two Digital Breakout EDU games by myself! Having succeeded in my mission, I reflected on why this matters. These digital challenges were created by a colleague of mine who is very creative and is … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflection | Tagged adult learning, Amy Illingworth, challenge, creativity, design thinking, education, growth mindset, inquiry, learning, teaching, technology | 2 Comments

Fixed Mindset Painting

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Amy's Reflections

I am a HUGE proponent of Carol Dweck’s work around cultivating a growth mindset in schools. School cultures can benefit from a focused effort on this for students and adults. I have a growth mindset in many areas of my … Continue reading →

Posted in Learning | Tagged Amy Illingworth, choice, education, growth mindset, learning, modeling, reflection, teaching | 5 Comments

My Word of 2016

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Amy's Reflections

Last year was the first year I picked a focus word for myself. I found the process of selecting my word, and the year spent focused on it, were beneficial. My goal last year was to find a word that … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflection | Tagged focus, growth mindset, mindfulness, OLW, rejuvenate, strength | 4 Comments

Over-Scaffolding

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Amy's Reflections

“The idea of scaffolding has historical roots in psychology and social-learning theory, which describe scaffolding as structures, tools, and assistance from more knowledgeable others that allow learners to engage in practices beyond their independent capacity.” While I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflection | Tagged differentiation, education, growth mindset, scaffolds, support, teachers | 6 Comments

Abundance Mentality

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Amy's Reflections

What is an abundance mentality? I first read about it in Leading Every Day: 124 Actions for Effective Leadership by Joyce Kaser, Susan Mundry, Katherine E. Stiles, and Susan Loucks-Horsley. “To engage in synergistic partnership requires that both parties value sharing … Continue reading →

Posted in Leadership | Tagged abundance, coaching, collaboration, education, growth mindset, learning | Leave a comment

Engaging the Unconnected

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Amy's Reflections

Over the last two years, I have read many blog posts, articles, and even some rants about unconnected educators. Why won’t they use social media? Don’t they know the benefits of being a connected learner? I’ve seen Twitter debates about … Continue reading →

Posted in Leadership | Tagged adult learning, aspiring, blogging, celebration, connected educator, education, engagement, expectations, fun, growth mindset, modeling, opinion, purpose, SDSU, support, twitter, world | 5 Comments

The Joys of Teaching & Learning

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

I had an amazing week at work last week! I feel the need to capture this happiness (for my happy file!) before the next round of stress begins. I spent two days with some stellar Studio Classroom teachers, examining our … Continue reading →

Posted in Learning | Tagged CCSS, coaching, growth mindset, happy, instruction, PD, pedagogy, strengths, teachers | 4 Comments

Blogiversary

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Amy's Reflections

My blog turns two this month! Feel free to click back here to read my reflections after one year of blogging. I continue to be amazed by where this journey has taken me over the last two years. Since I … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflection | Tagged abecedary, birthday, blogging, growth mindset, inspiration, Journey, mentor texts, passion, social justice, Writing | 6 Comments