Rosano / Journal

[Multiple examples and analogies, as opposed to just one, help illuminate variability in the application of a concept.]

[Negative transfer refers to memorizing something in the wrong context; almost like functional fixedness. Positive transfer refers to the successful application of a concept to a new context.]

[People can misinterpret short-term failure as an indicator that they don't belong. Help them re-frame it as simply setbacks and nothing more, provide models of others who felt similarly in their situation.]

[Mitigate stereotype threat by emphasizing how people have multiple identities and focusing on the facets that are in-group.]

[Feeling a social connection or group belonging increases persistence on challenging tasks.]


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