- Discussion Board: Learned OptimismClick on the Discussion Board Link to the left and find the Learned Optimism discussion board. Answer the following questions:
- Consider a recent negative experience or an adverse event. Describe the event and how you responded to it.
- Did you choose to respond with optimism? Why or why not?
- If so, why did you choose optimism? If not, what have you learned in this unit and how would you respond differently next time?
- Remember, for full credit, you will answer the three (3) questions above. Then respond to at least 2 students’ posts with your thoughts on their post.
This discussion board correlates to Outcome #2: Discuss learned optimism
Assignment: Reflecting on GritFirst, please watch this 6:12 video:
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H14bBuluwB8&t=80s
Then, write about the following:
- Tell us your own definition of grit. What does it mean to you?
- Think about 1-2 things that spoke to you during the video. What were they?
- When you are at your best, and how do your strengths emerge in those situations?
- In your own words, describe the difference between passion and perseverance.
- Do you think passion is necessary to have a happy or successful career?
- What’s one or two things you can do right away to help your own personal grit?
- This assignment correlates with Outcome #3: Explain the power of personal grit
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