Summary: In this article, Stephen Merrill interviews Angela Duckworth, author of the best-selling book “Grit”. In this interview, Duckworth talks about the way student capabilities are measured and how standardized testing can miss the mark by focusing too narrowly on academics without looking at other skills that may be just as important, Source: Stephen Merrill, …
Summary: This article is a commentary on what the author calls “human literacy’ which consists of “soft skills” – the qualities the author calls the “formative five”— empathy, self-control, integrity, embracing diversity, and grit. “it’s the ability to know oneself and work with others, our human literacy, that is essential for success.” Source: Thomas R. Hoerr, Education …
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Summary: This article explores the importance of relationships and connections when talking about the positive effects of grit. These connections serve as a foundation which encourages students to make the effort to succeed Source: Luke Reynolds, Education Week, October 23, 2018 Categories: Grit, Performance Values, Relationships, Motivation, Core Values Description: “Grit’s gap is that logic and statistics do not change lives. Hard …
Summary: The value of failure is discussed in this article. Rebounding from failure builds resilience and has other benefits as well, such as having students learn from their mistakes. Source: Lauren Barack, Education DIVE, September 12, 2108 Categories: Mindset, Motivation, SEL Basics, Grit, Performance Values Description: “Failure can do more than build resilience — it can also help students develop a …
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Summary: This article reports on a study into some key indicators of grit by Dana Wazner. The study included 45,626 students and 145 schools nationwide. Wanzer clarifies that grit is the development of passion and perseverance in students. Source: Shelina Chatlani, Education DIVE, June 28, 2017 Categories: Grit, Performance Values, Student Engagement Description: The survey …
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Summary: This article shows that pretending to be a superhero character can help students build perseverance and stay focused on an assigned task. The study also supports the notion that spending more time on free play or role-playing can improve cognitive development. Source: Sarah D. Sparks, Education Week, January 11, 2017 Categories: Grit, Performance Values, …
Summary: This article lists “Whole Child” issues that emerged in 2016 and provides a look at the top ten posts of 2016 relating to a variety of issues from social emotional learning, mindset, performance values, LGBTQ issues, and police presence in schools. Source: Evie Blad, Education Week, December 30, 2016 Categories: Mindset, LGBTQ Issues, SEL …
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Summary: In this article, the author poses important points about what he calls the current “grit-mania.” His point is that grit alone may not lead to the kinds of successes that are often reported. There are certainly other factors at work that help secure that success. With that said, he does note that grit is …
Summary: This is an interview with the author, Paul Tough, whose new book “Helping Children Succeed” explores the importance of connection and meaningful hard work that will help children persevere when the going gets tough. Source: Larry Ferlazzo, Education Week, May 24, 2016 Categories: Performance Values, Grit, School Culture and Climate Description: “The research suggests …
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Summary: In this Op-Ed article, David Brooks comments on the concept of “Grit” as well as Angela Duckworth’s new book of the same title. He contrasts the importance of GPA (Grade Point Average) with working persistently toward something a student cares about. This is the “moral purpose” that Duckworth talks about in her book. Source: …
