"The key variables in getting better at something are effort and time." –Ben Marcowitz, CEO, Sci Academy of New Orleans
Sci Academy is a high school in New Orleans, LA, that exemplifies a growth mindset school culture. At Sci Academy, everyone is learning every day and student growth is valued and celebrated en masse. Teach For All made a series of videos highlighting their work, and this video specifically about promoting a growth mindset – applying effective effort will grow my intelligence - in students and educators alike. One student says, "That's the thing about Sci Academy, it's not easy. It's up to you to take that extra step..."
About Mindset Works
Mindset Works was co-founded by one of the world's leading researchers in the field of motivation, Stanford University professor Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. and K-12 mindset expert Lisa S. Blackwell, Ph.D. The company translates psychological research into practical products and services to help students and educators increase their motivation and achievement. For more information, visit http://www.mindsetworks.com.