Raising Academic Motivation in Lower Class Adolescents: A Convergence of Two Research Traditions.

Spilerman, Seymour

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Raising Academic Motivation in Lower Class Adolescents: A Convergence of Two Research Traditions

Spilerman, Seymour

Sociology of Education, 44, 1, 103-118, Win 71

The adolescent behavior traditions are normal functioning of their society and academic achievement reward structures. It is suggested that a combination of material inducements with a reward structure emphasizing peer group attainment can provide an effective strategy for motivating lower-class adolescents. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Academic Aspiration, Behavioral Science Research, Black Youth, Learning Motivation, Lower Class Students, Motivation Techniques, Peer Relationship, Rewards, Secondary Education, Social Status

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