High School Lessons

Synopsis: Five researchers in different disciplines share powerful ideas to improve the high school experience. Topics covered include how to teach a growth mindset (and how not to teach a growth mindset), ideas for improving science teaching and how to harness students’ passion and curiosity.
Runtime: 13 mins. | Production year: 2016
Featured researchers:

  • Michael Berry, Professor of Contemporary Chinese Cultural Studies, UCLA
  • Carol Dweck, Professor of Psychology, Stanford University
  • Jennifer Michael Hecht, independent scholar and author
  • Edie Widder, marine biologist and Founder of Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA)
  • Philip Zimbardo (1933-2024), Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Stanford University