Insights from Educational Psychology Part 7: Rewards, Motivation, and Performance

What is it about?

What influences do rewards and punishments have on students’ learning? Common sense suggests that rewarding good performance enhances learning. After all, who does not appreciate tangible recognition for hard work? But educational psychologists have discovered that the influence of rewards on motivation and performance is complex, because it depends on individuals’ values and goals. Insights from educational psychology into types of rewards and how they are offered can help librarians incorporate effective incentives in library instruction.

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Why is it important?

Knowledge of effective motivation techniques helps librarians plan and implement instruction.