David Yeager and the Science of Motivating Young People

In this episode, Dr. Wang is joined by Dr. David Yeager, acclaimed developmental psychologist and author of the recently published book, “10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People.” Dr. Yeager is a professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin and worked closely with Carol Dweck and her research on growth mindset. Dr. Yeager and Dr. Wang will discuss:

• Current misconceptions about adolescents
• How to embrace the mentor mindset when working with young people
• Strategies that will support adults in communicating with youth in a way that they can hear us

Resources: 

• FAN website with Dr. Yeager’s FAN Talk

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