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6.4: Failure is Not an Option Assignment

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    Read the article “Failure Is Not an Option” by Nathan Wallace and then thoroughly answer the following essay question(s). You may not copy/paste from the article. Your answer(s) should be in your own words and in complete sentences.

    The article states “Though it can be painful, failure can lead to great learning and progress when a specific failure is analyzed through the lens of a growth mindset.” Explain what the author means by this statement and relate it to your personal experiences.

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    • Failure is Not an Option Assignment. Authored by: Nora Dusseault and Annette Yauney. Provided by: Herkimer College/SUNY. Project: First Year Student Seminar Course for Achieving the Dream Grant. License: CC BY: Attribution

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