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What call to action did Joseph give in his conclusion?
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He urged testing and measuring our best ideas for building grit, being willing to fail and learn, and continuously striving to understand and build grit in students.
Why did Joseph emphasize the need for further research on building grit?
There is limited knowledge on how to build grit effectively, and further research and testing are needed.
What is a 'growth mindset' according to Carol Dweck?
A growth mindset is the belief that the ability to learn can improve with effort, making students more likely to persevere after failure.
What did Joseph conclude about understanding student motivation and psychology?
It is crucial for education and cannot be explained by IQ alone.
What factor did Joseph observe as crucial for student success, that went beyond just IQ?
Grit – perseverance and passion for long-term goals.
How did Joseph see talent in relation to grit?
Many talented individuals lack the grittiness necessary to pursue long-term commitments.
What are the key mathematical concepts mentioned that 7th graders find challenging?
Ratios, decimals, and the area of a parallelogram.
According to studies in Chicago Public Schools, how is grit connected to high school graduation rates?
Students with higher levels of grit were significantly more likely to graduate from high school.
How does Joseph define grit?
Grit is defined as passion and perseverance for long-term goals, having stamina, and being committed to future goals over the long haul.
What characteristic does grit treat life as, according to Joseph?
Grit treats life as a marathon, not a sprint.
What was the broader implication of Joseph's findings on grit?
Grit is relevant in regular schools as well, especially for at-risk students, not just in elite or highly competitive settings.
What were the groups that Joseph studied to identify predictors of success?
West Point cadets, National Spelling Bee participants, rookie teachers in tough neighborhoods, and private company salespeople.
What did Joseph believe about any student's ability to learn 7th grade math?
He believed any student could learn 7th grade math concepts with enough effort.
What is the relation between talent and grittiness as observed by Joseph?
Talent does not necessarily equate to grittiness; many talented individuals do not follow through on commitments.
In Joseph’s research, what was identified as a more significant predictor of success than social intelligence, looks, physical health, or IQ?
Grit was identified as the most significant predictor of success.
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