When Leah successfully solves a difficult algebra problem, her teacher tells her, "Leah, you thought that problem through and came up with an excellent strategy for solving it." Based on Mueller and Dweck's study, this interchange will help foster Leah's interest in pursuing

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Mueller and Dweck's study found that process-oriented praise, which focuses on the effort and strategies used to solve a problem, fosters a student's interest in pursuing learning goals rather than just performance goals. Therefore, when the teacher says "Leah, you thought that problem through and came up with an excellent strategy for solving it," it is process-oriented praise, which will help Leah's interest in pursuing learning goals.

When Leah Successfully Solves a Difficult Algebra Problem, Her Teacher