This book is based on an in-depth conversation between Howard Burton and renowned psychologist Carol Dweck, Stanford University. This conversation provides behind-the-scenes, detailed insights into the development of Carol's important work on growth mindsets and fixed mindsets: how different ways of thinking influence learning ability and success.
This carefully-edited book includes an introduction, Justified Applause, and questions for discussion at the end of each chapter:
- Fixed Beginnings - Mrs. Wilson's legacy
- Confronted by Young Wisdom - Encountering growth-minded 10-year-olds
- The Genius Defense - All pain, no gain
- Good and Bad Praise - Embracing the process
- Getting Personal - Popular writing, John McEnroe, and enforcing standards
- Brainsets - Neuroplasticity and intelligence
- Gender Differences - Male and female mindsets
- Getting the Message Out - Inspiration and misinterpretation
- Practical Tips - Beneficial struggling and the power of "yet"
- Diversity and Universality - French, Americans and common ground
- New Horizons - From school bullying to Middle East politics
- The Big Picture - Growing the human condition
About Ideas Roadshow Conversations Series (100 books):
Presented in an accessible, conversational format, Ideas Roadshow books not only explore frontline academic research featuring world-leading researchers, including 3 Nobel Laureates, but also reveal the inspirations and personal journeys behind the research. Howard Burton holds a PhD in physics and an MA in philosophy, and was the Founding Director of Canada's Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics.
