December 31, 2023: The recent study highlighted by Nick Morrison challenges the prevalent belief that children’s personal attitudes and “growth mindset” are primary determinants of their academic success. This research, conducted by universities in Cambridge, Zürich, and Tübingen, suggests that external factors like school funding, preschool availability, and extracurricular opportunities play a more significant role in educational outcomes than previously thought. This study emphasizes the need to reevaluate strategies for addressing educational inequalities, moving beyond individual student characteristics to consider broader structural factors. For a detailed read on this study and its implications, please refer to Nick Morrison’s article on Forbes.
It’s Not Their Mindset That’s Holding Children Back At School, Study Finds (forbes.com)
