Two Colleagues Are Debating Over Whether Giving Extrinsic, Arbitrary Rewards

question 40

Multiple Choice

Two colleagues are debating over whether giving extrinsic, arbitrary rewards like candy or giving intrinsic rewards like gaining new skills and passing to new material are better ways of motivating children to study. They agree to the following study, using a 6th grader who, with his parent's approval, has volunteered to help: First, no rewards are given for studying. Next an extrinsic reward candy) is given, then no reward, then the extrinsic reward of candy is given again, then a combination of candy and pointing out how much the child has learned. Next a return to extrinsic reward only. On another series of days the child is first given no reward, then a period of only pointing out how much has been learned. Next, no reward is given followed by again pointing out how much is learned. The both rewards are presented together, and finally there is a return to just pointing out how much is learned. In each of these many phases, the child's teacher keeps track of the speed of his progression through his required work. What single-case research design are these colleagues using?

• A) A-B-A design
• B) interaction design
• C) multiple baseline design
• D) changing criterion design

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Definitions:

Labor Union

An organization of workers formed to protect and advance their members' interests regarding working conditions, wages, and benefits.

Industrial Democracy

A model or concept where workers have a direct or indirect say in the management and decision-making processes of their workplace.

Union Members

Individuals who belong to a labor union, an organization that represents workers in negotiations with employers over wages, benefits, and working conditions.

Economic Rewards

Financial benefits or incentives provided to stimulate performance, recognize achievements, or motivate behaviors aligned with organizational goals.