MCQs
What is the primary purpose of incentives and rewards in the classroom?
a) To deter student engagement
b) To create a negative learning environment
c) To promote positive conduct and motivation
d) To complicate disciplinary matters
Explanation: Incentives and rewards in the classroom are primarily used to encourage positive behavior, motivate students, and enhance their learning experience.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a tangible reward in the classroom?
a) Verbal praise
b) Extra recess time
c) A certificate of achievement
d) A homework pass
Explanation: Extra recess time: This is a tangible reward because it involves granting students the physical privilege of having extra time for outdoor play, which is a concrete and observable benefit.
What should educators aim for when using incentives and rewards in the classroom?
a) To rely solely on punitive measures
b) To discourage student engagement
c) To maintain fairness and consistency
d) To avoid recognizing student achievements
Explanation: Educators should strive to apply incentives and rewards fairly and consistently to create a positive and respectful classroom environment.
Most of the research on intrinsic motivation has concentrated on the interaction has concentrated on the interaction between.
a) Intrinsic and extrinsic rewards
b) Instinct and imprinting
c) Action- specific energy and balance sheet grid
d) Substitute behavior and consummator behavior
To encourage children to enjoy arithmetic, you should:
a) punish them when they make a mistake
b) reward them every time they get an answer right
c) sometimes surprise them with a reward when they get an answer right
d) ignore them
