The Complex Dynamics of Learning: Punishment vs. Reward

When it comes to motivating students, musicians, or even ourselves, we all wonder: is it better to reward effort — or call out mistakes? It turns out, both approaches can work… but they lead to very different kinds of learning.

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Reward vs. Punishment: Which Leads to Faster Learning?

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