Rewards and Privileges
Rewards and
privileges provide motivation to students. How are they different?
Privileges
are those things that come with membership. Students are members of the
learning community, so there are certain activities that are a natural
result of that membership.
| Sample
Privileges |
Primary
Activity centers
Use craft materials
Art center, easel, etc.
Music center
Bathrooms
Drink bottle at desk
Personal chalk board
Reading area
Run errands
Books and materials
Learning centers
Line leader |
Elementary
Moving about the school
Running errands
Doing extra papers
Special classes
Learning centers
Homework
Seat work
Texts, basals, library center
Class games and activities
Cooperative Learning
Pencil sharpening
Leadership team |
Secondary
Advanced classes
Leadership opportunities
Socialization - dances, games
Sports
Aide for other teachers
Clubs and programs
Dances
Lockers and equipment
Homework
Class participation
Attendance
Extra curricular programs |
Rewards
come as a result of the things a student does or may be used to honor
and value the quality of work, certain actions and behaviors.
| Rewards |
Stickers
Pencils
Colored paper
Treats
Art projects
Cheerios/ chex snacks
Pop corn
Note writing
|
Gummy
bears
Erasers
Educational movie
Computer games
Music center
Library time
Rocking chair/bean bag
Puzzles
|
Peer
tutoring
Service projects
Help in the office
Make bulletin boards
Construct tests
Write poetry
Class newsletter
Prepare and teach lesson |
Tips
Talk with students about the rewards and privileges of an education.
Develop
a list of things the students and you would like to add.
Remember
to frame work, homework and learning as opportunities and privileges rather
than giving learning the "have to do" feeling. When students do not complete
work, talk about it using terms like "I hate to see you cheat yourself,"
and "How can I help you so you get your money's worth?"
Do
not punish students by giving them more work. Work is a privilege. School
is also a privilege. Giving a student detention or keeping them in from
recess when work is not finished probably sends the wrong message.
Once you
have completed this topic you should:
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