Rewards

Definition

Rewards are positive consequences given after certain behaviors with the intention of increasing the chances of those behaviors being repeated in the future.

Related terms

Intrinsic Motivation:

This term refers to being motivated by internal factors such as personal satisfaction or enjoyment rather than external rewards.

Extrinsic Motivation:

On the other hand, extrinsic motivation comes from external factors like tangible rewards or praise from others.

Reinforcement Schedule:

This term describes different patterns or frequencies with which reinforcements are delivered after desired behaviors. Examples include continuous reinforcement (reward every time), fixed-ratio reinforcement (reward every nth behavior), and variable-ratio reinforcement (reward after an unpredictable number of behaviors).