Growth Mindset
Description
Course Description:
Discussion on the difference between a fixed and growth mindset, the benefits of a growth mindset, tips on how to confront and manage fear of failure, and challenges moving forward.
Course Agenda: 90 minute presentation addressing the course objectives listed below.
Course Objectives:
Following the completion of this module, you should be able to: Describe the differences between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset. Describe aspects/traits of a growth mindset. Provide examples of a growth mindset and a fixed mindset for various situations. Understand and describe the benefits of a growth mindset and how it may contribute to resilience/grit.
About The Speaker(s)
Phil J. Kilmer, PT, DPT, GCS
Dr. Kilmer completed his undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Med (Chemistry Minor) from Emporia State University. He then went on to obtain his Clinical Doctorate in Physical Therapy from The University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Kilmer is currently an assistant professor at the University of Saint Mary in the Stefani Doctor of Physical Therapy program, having joined the faculty full-time in 2019, and is actively pursuing a PhD in Leadership – Health and Human Performance.
He possesses clinical experience in school-based pediatric, outpatient, inpatient rehabilitation, and skilled nursing settings, but is most passionate about the application of treatment interventions in geriatric populations, most notably, resistance training modalities.
Dr. Kilmer is an APTA Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist, an APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor, the Public Relations Chair and a Delegate for APTA KS, and the APTA Geriatric State Advocate for Kansas
