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From Positive Thinking to Messi Mindset: Effective Strategies to Maximize Student Growth

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HBGCC - 304A

Innovator Talk
ASCD Annual Content
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Session description

Inspired by the “Messi Mindset,” the speaker will examine how positive thinking can lead to progress by equipping teachers with key tools to empower students on their learning journey. The session includes engaging activities and proven techniques to help create a classroom environment where obstacles become opportunities for growth.

Outline

Content
The session will cover key socio-emotional learning principles, including frameworks for fostering positive thinking, the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, and strategies to build resilience in students. The concept of the "Messi Mindset" will also be introduced, showing how perseverance and a growth mindset can lead to success.
Engagement with the audience
The audience will be engaged through real classroom experiences where these principles were successfully applied with diverse learners. Attendees will be invited to do some reflective tasks, share feedback on the cases and participate in interactive discussions. The session will also incorporate interactive tools such as polls and live Q&A to encourage active participation.
Time
10 min - general brainstorming-poll
20 min - key concepts
10 min - interactive tasks
10 - analysis of case studies
10 - Q&A
Process
Group interaction
Poll
Peer-to-peer interaction
Mini Group discussion of cases
Whole Group final reflection

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Supporting research

Mercer, S. and Dornyei, Z (2020) Engaging Language Learners in Contemporary Classrooms. Cambridge University Press
Mercer, S, and Puchta, H. (2021) Psychology in Practice. Helbling
https://positivepsychology.com/positive-psychology-schools-education/
https://ascd.org/el/articles/chasing-happiness-in-the-classroom

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Presenters

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School principal and teacher trainer
Buenos Aires English High School

Session specifications

Topic:

Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Grade level:

6-12

Audience:

School Level Leadership, Teacher Development, Teacher

Attendee devices:

Devices useful

Attendee device specification:

Smartphone: Android, iOS, Windows

Subject area:

Elementary/Multiple Subjects

TLPs:

Connect learning to learner, Prioritize authentic experiences