This week I was able to talk to a few teachers about incentive programs that they may or may not use in the classroom. Each teacher pointed out their personal experiences with incentive programs. One teacher was surprised to learn the theory of positive reinforcement that is correlated to the incentive program. Personally, after listening to teacher feedback and researching further into the subject, incentives can be a slippery slope and must be done right to work.
Now I have some groundwork on what goes into an incentive plan when I become a teacher. I think, for me, I will be collaborating with other teachers of my grade level just as a way to stay on top of and on task about incentives.
Currently, in the school I work in, there are incentives each quarter. The goal is by the end of the year each student feels recognized. I think this is a good way to boost student moral. If a student sees their friend doing a good job, the student might try harder next quarter.
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