In this episode, we are exploring asset vs deficit mindsets in education. We'll go over our observations as well as some of our ideas to shift away from a deficit mindset in our classrooms.   If you like what you hear, we would love it if you could share this episode with a colleague or friend. And make sure you subscribe so that you don’t miss out on any new content! And consider supporting the show by buying us a coffee or two! We would love to hear from you – leave a comment on our website OR check out our FLIPGRID! Featured Content **For detailed show notes, please visit our website at https://edugals.com/80** Asset mindset - what are the strengths that our students bring to the classroom and how you can embrace that with high expectationsDeficit mindset - what are students lacking and focusing on their weaknessesCRRP - High expectations, Cultural competence, Critical consciousnessGrades contribute to a deficit mindset and don't give the full picture of the strengths of a studentIdeas and Strategies:Get to know students and don't look at past gradesEmbrace first languageGoogle Sheets auto-translate words EduGIF from Jake MillerInvolve parents/families in school community - builds a positive school cultureWatch your language and avoid placing students into buckets (struggling vs striving, harmful language)Destreaming is coming in Ontario for Grade 9 next year and needs asset mindsetBook: Going Gradeless, Grades 6-12 by Elise Burns and David FrangiosaBecoming aware and speaking up against deficit languageNeed PD on asset-based mindsets and language (peer conversations and dialogue, active learning, voluntary, accessing when ready, multiple opportunities, reflection)Video: Asset vs Deficit Mindset DefinitionsRecognize that our brains are wired for negativity to protect ourselvesRachel's grading Twitter rantCommunity and relationship building - conversations and conferencing with students, get curious about behaviours, collaborate with other staffAvoid the silo and utilize the whole school teamQuestion your assessment practices, focus on personalized and descriptive feedback (tests = deficit, portfolios = asset for example), varied types, focus on skillsSupport the showConnect with EduGals: Twitter @EduGals Rachel @dr_r_johnson Katie @KatieAttwell EduGals Website Support the show