Parents and Teachers Are Often Reminded That Adult Praise of the Child

question 67

Essay

Parents and teachers are often reminded that adult praise of the child is helpful for the child's self-esteem and achievement, but this may be an oversimplification. What styles of praise are helpful, and what styles may be counterproductive?

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Four-figure Accuracy

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