Can Young Students Be Taught to Engage in Deliberate Practice Too?

Deliberate or "deep" practice is widely acknowledged to be a critical factor in cultivating talent and ability. But at what age is this something that can be learned? Is this something that middle-school-aged students can learn to do, and sustain as a habit? Can Young Students Be Taught to Engage in Deliberate Practice Too? * * * Have you been feeling a little stuck or stagnant in the practice room? Or has performance anxiety and the gap between practice and performance been a nagging issue...