Carol Dweck writes psychology for general readers about beliefs concerning ability, learning and failure. Mindset distinguishes between a 'fixed mindset', in which abilities are treated as largely static, and a 'growth mindset', in which improvement is linked to effort, strategies and feedback. Dweck draws on research from education, sport, relationships and work to show how these beliefs can affect persistence and response to setbacks. The idea has become widely used in schools and business, sometimes in simplified forms that go beyond what the research supports. Her work fits educational psychology, motivation, learning and personal development, particularly for readers interested in how beliefs about ability influence behaviour. Read more Less
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