“Growth mindset,” or the idea that anyone can learn and improve, has become a popular buzzword in education, drawing the attention of people interested in social and emotional learning. Mindset is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to ideas that social psychologists believe can help educators to support students in realizing their full potential. From a quick writing activity to overhauling your grading, this session will introduce learning and motivation theories, with a focus on how to...