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What is the best way to encourage a growth mindset in students__________?

Correct answer: A. Praising effort and improvement

  • A. Praising effort and improvement
  • B. Focusing only on grades
  • C. Comparing students to one another
  • D. Punishing mistakes

Explanation

A growth mindset develops when students see ability as improvable through effort, strategies, and feedback, so praise should emphasize effort and progress. Praising only grades or punishing mistakes can encourage a fixed mindset and fear of failure.

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