In one of my earlier posts on learning styles I discussed my thoughts in relation to how categorization of learning could tie in with people’s beliefs about their own abilities. In her reply, Dr. Usher had made a note that there wasn’t much exploration done, if any at all, on the topics of self-belief and learning styles. Throughout the readings and video clips on Dweck’s fixed versus growth mindsets I couldn’t help but revisit this topic. Maybe this is the connection that needs to be studied. Do learners who categorize themselves as having a specific learning style also have a fixed mindset? Or do these factors even relate to one another. I believe they do.
In her first study with children she talked about how they were presented with an impossible problem and their responses. The ones that were eager to find a solution viewed the problem as exciting and an opportunity for a new challenge. She talked about their resilience and effort put forth to solve the challenging problem. To me this ties in with James’ perspective on voluntary action which is “at all times a resultant of the compounding of our impulsions with our inhibitions” (James 1899/2001, p. 87). They aren’t necessarily synonymous with each other but could possibly be cousins, the precipitate (growth) and obstructed (fixed) will. I realize that James is discussing impulsive versus restrained behavior, but could this not also be applied to one’s cognitions or to Freud’s Id and Supergo? I’d be curious to know what anyone’s thoughts are about this.
I LOVED this video!! It was so creative. I also loved how you strategically placed James facing the camera in the "work" scene to give him a cameo. Great job!
Ahhhh, you noticed! I was hoping someone would without me priming anything. I also tried to match my nonverbal behaviors to the portrayal of each mindset and situation. It was quite fun to do and we brainstormed the different scenes over dinner while discussing Dweck's theory (or rather I discussed while my husband listened). The last video is actually one we experienced with my aunt when she was in town last September for our wedding. She was adamant about NOT using the ATM machine.
I loved this, Tori I saw James too! I literally laughed out loud. Its like he was on your desk saying "Egads! whatever seems to be troubling that poor, albeit strangely dressed, woman? Indeed I have heard tell of such manifestations of divergent personalities, I being not at all new to this field, yet to see it acted out by BOTH parties, was quite fascinating, indeed worthy of note in my next missive. The diversion has provided me with no small amount of amusement, and undoubtedly -as is often the case with such things- will provide fodder for lively discourse in the future!" (I'm gonna miss this guy)
Excellent depiction of James Chris! I too am going to miss this guy. But wait...where is he going? I have a feeling we'll be seeing (reading) him again sooner than we think. ;)
Tori, Your video was a creative way to demonstrate the growth mindset versus the fixed mindset and how the mindset one selects affects ones attitude, decisions, and success. I was impressed by your husband’s willingness to participate.
Your question about learning styles being related to mindset is an interesting point that I have never considered. This could be a new theory waiting to be researched and developed.
The video with the children working on the puzzles may be related to will. It is a good question. Dr. Dweck’s research would claim that the response depended upon if the student received praise for intelligence or effort. That praise for intelligence perpetuated the fixed mindset and praise for effort encouraged the growth mindset.
Here are some additional thoughts I had:
ReplyDeleteIn one of my earlier posts on learning styles I discussed my thoughts in relation to how categorization of learning could tie in with people’s beliefs about their own abilities. In her reply, Dr. Usher had made a note that there wasn’t much exploration done, if any at all, on the topics of self-belief and learning styles. Throughout the readings and video clips on Dweck’s fixed versus growth mindsets I couldn’t help but revisit this topic. Maybe this is the connection that needs to be studied. Do learners who categorize themselves as having a specific learning style also have a fixed mindset? Or do these factors even relate to one another. I believe they do.
In her first study with children she talked about how they were presented with an impossible problem and their responses. The ones that were eager to find a solution viewed the problem as exciting and an opportunity for a new challenge. She talked about their resilience and effort put forth to solve the challenging problem. To me this ties in with James’ perspective on voluntary action which is “at all times a resultant of the compounding of our impulsions with our inhibitions” (James 1899/2001, p. 87). They aren’t necessarily synonymous with each other but could possibly be cousins, the precipitate (growth) and obstructed (fixed) will. I realize that James is discussing impulsive versus restrained behavior, but could this not also be applied to one’s cognitions or to Freud’s Id and Supergo? I’d be curious to know what anyone’s thoughts are about this.
I LOVED this video!! It was so creative. I also loved how you strategically placed James facing the camera in the "work" scene to give him a cameo. Great job!
ReplyDeleteAhhhh, you noticed! I was hoping someone would without me priming anything. I also tried to match my nonverbal behaviors to the portrayal of each mindset and situation. It was quite fun to do and we brainstormed the different scenes over dinner while discussing Dweck's theory (or rather I discussed while my husband listened). The last video is actually one we experienced with my aunt when she was in town last September for our wedding. She was adamant about NOT using the ATM machine.
DeleteI loved this, Tori I saw James too! I literally laughed out loud. Its like he was on your desk saying "Egads! whatever seems to be troubling that poor, albeit strangely dressed, woman? Indeed I have heard tell of such manifestations of divergent personalities, I being not at all new to this field, yet to see it acted out by BOTH parties, was quite fascinating, indeed worthy of note in my next missive. The diversion has provided me with no small amount of amusement, and undoubtedly -as is often the case with such things- will provide fodder for lively discourse in the future!"
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Excellent depiction of James Chris! I too am going to miss this guy. But wait...where is he going? I have a feeling we'll be seeing (reading) him again sooner than we think. ;)
DeleteTori,
ReplyDeleteYour video was a creative way to demonstrate the growth mindset versus the fixed mindset and how the mindset one selects affects ones attitude, decisions, and success. I was impressed by your husband’s willingness to participate.
Your question about learning styles being related to mindset is an interesting point that I have never considered. This could be a new theory waiting to be researched and developed.
The video with the children working on the puzzles may be related to will. It is a good question. Dr. Dweck’s research would claim that the response depended upon if the student received praise for intelligence or effort. That praise for intelligence perpetuated the fixed mindset and praise for effort encouraged the growth mindset.
Love it! I'm nominating you both for Oscars. And the camera work! Please give your husband an A. :)
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