Hi All!
If you are struggling with students who shut down when they encounter any difficulties or students who resist trying to problem solve BEFORE they have been given any methods, then you may want to incorporate some of these Growth Mindset ideas. I believe that having a growth mindset is the necessary FIRST step to teaching mathematics well.
Here is a list of print and online resources that you may want to use/explore further.

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