STEM Everyday #194 | A Growth Mindset in STEM | feat. Erik Youngman

Erik has thought a lot about how to get kids building a growth mindset through homework that truly enhances learning and isn't just busywork. His new book, 12 Characteristics of Deliberate Homework, defines what deliberate homework looks like and provides relevant, actionable suggestions to guide your homework decisions. You'll uncover how to think through these 12 characteristics of homework: 

reasonable completion timethe right level of complexityappropriate frequencyserves a specific purposealigns with learning targetsguided by a learning mindsetcontains a thoughtful formatfits the learning sequencecommunicated clearlyfollowed by feedbackuses grades to guide progressimplementation is consistent

Erik Youngman, Ed.D, is a father and the Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment in Libertyville, IL. He's also an author & advocate for growth mindset, continuous learning, feedback, metacognition, & innovation.

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