Psychological safety and grit are two important concepts that have been
widely studied in the field of education.
Psychological safety is the feeling that one can express oneself freely,
without fear of negative consequences, in a learning
environment.
Grit is the perseverance and passion for long-term goals, even when one
faces obstacles or difficulties. Below, we will discuss how psychological
safety and grit are related to each other, and how they can affect
students’ academic and personal outcomes.
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Students' psychological safety |
- Psychological safety can foster creativity, innovation, and collaboration among students, as they feel comfortable to share their ideas, voice their opinions, ask questions, admit errors, and seek help.