In your normal day here at school, explain a time when you have seen the use of positive reinforcement and one of negative reinforcement. For each one analyze the impact that it had on you or the class you were in.

An example of PR would be a teacher giving extra credit on a test because every person in the class completed the homework assignments. This is giving something to the students and generally the mood and vibe of the class is happier and less tense. An example of PR which could negatively affect students is the giving of extra homework because of poor test grades. This would frustrate and make the students less happy.

An example of NR would be to get rid of an assignment because of proficiency in a subject. This would make the students feel less stressed and more grateful for the teacher. Another example of NR would be to take away computer privileges because of misuse, this would anger the students and make them less respectful toward the teacher.

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