Growth Mindset, Beyond the Buzzword

What the evidence actually says about mindset interventions — and what it means for how we give feedback.

By Meera Iyer, Teacher Educator22 Apr 20261 min read

"Growth mindset" became a poster slogan. The research is more nuanced.

What studies show

Effects of short mindset interventions are real but modest, and strongest for learners who are struggling.

Praise strategies and effort that led to progress — and pair it with concrete next steps.

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