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Characteristics and Consequences of a

1) High and consistent motivation to learn 1) Learner engages in learning eagerly, w/o prodding,

rewards, threats

2) Loves learning for its own sake 2) Initiate learning activities on their own, continues with

learning even after learning activity is “over”

3) Believes ability/intelligence can be improved with effort 3) Works hard to improve skills / Persists and may even

increase effort after failure

4) Has confidence in own ability to learn 4) Sets challenging goals for self / Persists and may even

increase effort after failure /

5) Views help-seeking as desirable/part of what it means to be smart 5) Seeks help, information, or collaboration when appropriate

6) Highly curious 6) Explores, inquires, constantly learning

7) Goal is to improve one’s own knowledge & skills 7) Initiates activities to improve own skills / Undefensive

8) Generally noncompetitive ambition 8) Measures own success by specific indicators of learning,

improved skills, or a personal best / Shares ideas

9) Adopts approach goals 9) Completes work on time / Doesn’t procrastinate

10) Feels like s/he is freely choosing his/her own actions 10) Engagement, commitment, positive emotions

11) Feels ownership of learning-related goals, beliefs, and values 11) Commitment to learning, initiative, positive emotions,

positive relationships w/teacher or leader

12) Strategically manages own actions, motivation, & learning 12) Effective use of time, resources, opportunities

13) Experiences a sense of “flow” 13) Enjoys learning/ Positive attitudes towards learning

· gets “lost” in learning activity - learning activities, classes seem to go quickly

· experiences loss of self awareness/ self concerns - undefensive

· experience altered sense of time - surprised when time is up

14) Positive emotions/attitudes regarding the subject, task, 14) More intrinsic motivation to learn / Eager for next

teacher/leader, and learning setting opportunity to learn, next class / Respects school

- Karl F. Wheatley Ph.D., 2/9/05 draft

References

Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M (eds.). (2002). Handbook of self-determination research. University of Rochester Press; Rochester, NY.

Dweck, C. (2006). Mindset. New York. Random House.