External Rewards

Definition

External rewards are tangible or intangible incentives provided by the environment to reinforce certain behaviors. These rewards can include praise, money, trophies, or even attention from others.

Related terms

Intrinsic Motivation:

Intrinsic motivation refers to engaging in behavior for its own sake without any external rewards.

Operant Conditioning:

Operant conditioning is a type of learning where behaviors are strengthened or weakened based on consequences (rewards or punishments) that follow them.

Reinforcement:

Reinforcement involves providing rewards or removing negative consequences to increase the likelihood of a specific behavior occurring again.