Mathematical Mindsets

Unleashing Students' Potential through Creative Math, Inspiring Messages and Innovative Teaching

This educational resource provides practical strategies and methods for teachers and parents to improve mathematics learning. The author explores how the human brain processes math and explains how to shift away from rote memorization toward creative problem solving. Through evidence-based research and classroom examples, the book demonstrates how to help students overcome math anxiety and embrace mistakes as learning opportunities. It offers actionable guidance on transforming grading policies and task designs to foster a growth mindset in mathematics.

by Carol S. Dweck

Jossey-Bass · First published 2015 · 292 pages