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7 Steps to Growing a Growth Mindset in Math!

Have you ever had parents tell you that they were "no good at math" and are not surprised that their children are struggling or are surprised that they are doing well?  Thinking that only certain people are innately destined to do well in math is a myth.  It is part of a 'fixed mindset" -- believing that your abilities and intelligence are set in stone and cannot change. But the truth is that math can be fun, exciting, and rewarding for everyone, as long as you have the right mindset and approach. A growth mindset is the opposite of a fixed mindset. It means believing that you can improve through hard work, dedication, and persistence. With a growth mindset, you can face math challenges with a positive attitude, learn from your mistakes, and develop a passion for learning that can benefit you in all areas of your life. This is similar to what the new  Ontario Math Curriculum 2020 Strand A expects from students: to use social-emotional learning skills " to help...