Extrinsic Rewards Are Education's Past, Not Its Future.

Schaps, Eric; Lewis, Catherine

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Publication Date: 1991

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Extrinsic Rewards Are Education's Past, Not Its Future.

Schaps, Eric; Lewis, Catherine

Educational Leadership, v48 n7 p81 Apr 1991

Robert Slavin's position--that extrinsic rewards promote student motivation and learning--may be valid within the context of a "facts-and-skills" curriculum. However, extrinsic rewards are unnecessary when schools offer engaging learning activities; programs addressing social, ethical, and cognitive development; and a supportive environment. (six references) (MLH)

Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Curriculum Development, Developmental Programs, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Incentives, Learning Activities, Rewards, Student Motivation

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Language: English

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IES Cited: ED493768