August 12, 2014

Digital Learning Makes Rewards Fun, Effective

Children today are much more comfortable using information technology than are those of previous generations.  This has huge implications for education – if the teachers' unions will get out of the way.

August 3, 2014

Rewards in Elementary Schools

Young children like to show what they know to those who will listen sympathetically and sincerely.  They may require rewards such as listening and gold stars that can be easily given and readily understood.

July 26, 2014

To Reward or Not to Reward: Motivating Students to Learn

Without rewards, fewer students develop the drive or grit needed to achieve high levels of skill.  But this is not the stuff of "self-esteem"; it's more concrete than that.