The Dweck Lab

The Dweck Lab, founded by psychologist Carol Dweck at Stanford University, investigates how people's beliefs about their abilities affect their motivation and achievement. Central to their research is the concept of "mindsets"—specifically, the growth mindset, which embraces the idea that abilities can be developed through effort and learning, versus a fixed mindset, which views abilities as static. The lab examines how these mindsets influence academic performance, resilience, and personal development, aiming to foster strategies that encourage a growth mindset in education and beyond. Their findings help improve educational practices and personal growth initiatives.