Wednesday, 19 September 2012

iPods and Xbox games the right reward for good classroom behaviour?

Psychology teacher Marc Smith explores the behavioural psychology behind rewards and profiles the research that suggests costly incentives schemes don't work in schools

I know of a school where pupils are able to build up bank of good comments which entitles them to be entered into a draw at the end of each term with the opportunity to win £100. The draw is held for each year group, culminating in a payout of £500 three times a year. Other schools offer similar incentives for good

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