In the video she talks about three important concepts: 1) Two modes of thinking: Focused, and Diffused, 2) The Pomodoro technique (a solution to procrastination), 3) Illusions of competence in learning and the power of recall.

For this discussion please write about your experiences learning something new, whether positive or negative.  Then discuss how the concepts from the video can help you in your academic endeavors.

Please do your best to answer the discussion prompt (minimum length: 300 words)

Video:- https://youtu.be/O96fE1E-rf8

GUIDED REFLECTION PROMPT: Describe a time when you reacted to a learning challenge with a fixed mindset.  Also, describe a time when you reacted to a learning challenge with a growth mindset.  Please elaborate on your experiences and how you approach similar challenges today.

Guided Reflections are brief papers in which students will “reflect” on the week’s topic.  These are not intended to be formal papers; rather the student should use them to critically think about the week’s readings, activities, and discussions/lectures as it relates to your success (2-3 pages typed, minimum 500 words, times new roman, 12pt font).