CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Positive Reinforcement Being able to go up a level in an RPG is an example of a positive reinforcer: The player has been receiving a reward at regular intervals (experience points) and, when enough points are collected, the player advances the character to the next level.

Detailed explanation-2: -Positive Reinforcement Examples Dog trainers give dogs food rewards every time they raise their paws on command. Mom gives a child an allowance for doing house chores. The manager gives a worker a bonus for completing the project faster. Dad praises his son for studying hard for the exam.

Detailed explanation-3: -For example, spanking a child when he throws a tantrum is an example of positive punishment. Something is added to the mix (spanking) to discourage a bad behavior (throwing a tantrum). On the other hand, removing restrictions from a child when she follows the rules is an example of negative reinforcement.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are four types of positive reinforcers: natural, tangible, social, and token. Positive reinforcement can be delivered in experiments as part of a partial fixed schedule.