A development of the learning model based on positive psychology approach for enhancing college students’growth mindset

Abstract

This research explores the effectiveness of a learning model based on the positive psychology approach for enhancing college students’ growth mindset. The research first defines the growth mindset and its six key components: belief in the malleability of abilities, persistence in challenges, openness to feedback, effort as a pathway to mastery, embracing challenges, adaptability and flexibility in learning. A 14-lesson learning model was designed to foster students’ growth mindset. An empirical approach, combining pre-tests, post-tests, and follow-up assessments, was used to evaluate the model’s impact. Results showed that students in the experimental group experienced significant improvements in their growth mindset, with sustained effects observed in follow-up assessments. The control group showed no significant change, supporting the hypotheses that the learning model effectively enhances and sustains a growth mindset.This study contributes to growth mindset and positive psychology research, offering practical teaching strategies to foster students’ resilience and adaptability in academic and personal growth.

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