Why discuss resilience with students?
Research shows that how students set goals for themselves, known as their “goal orientation”, influence their cognitive, affective and behavioural reactions as well as their academic performance.
Resilient students are able to stay highly motivated despite stressful events and conditions that may arise.
In other words, motivation is key to academic resilience.
Take time to discuss the importance of setting (and adjusting) goals with your students, who may be unaware of the direct link between goal orientation and academic resilience.