Grit: Helping Kiwis to Cultivate Passion and Perseverance
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Jacqui Maguire explores the power of 'Grit' with distinguished Professor of Psychology Angela Duckworth and NZ teacher Kelly Layton. Grit can be described as passion and perseverance for long-term goals, and has been linked to high achievement. This episode explores the benefits of grit, and discusses how NZ's dedicated teachers are cultivating this strength in our children.
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