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Awards Day – A Poem

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Chris Wejr

While reading and commenting on Amanda C. Dykes’ blog post, “And The Award Goes To…“, I came across this poem (shared by Rebecca as a comment) and I felt I needed to share: Awards Day – by Beth Moore I… Continue Reading →

Punishment, Rewards, Awards awards, ceremonies, motivation, rewards and punishment
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Awards Prepare Kids For The ‘Real World’ – Really?

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Chris Wejr

I am pleased to have Brian Barry (@nunavut_teacher) as a guest blogger.  Brian is  a Grade 9 Math/Science teacher from Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada who is passionate about education technology and human motivation.  His thoughts on motivation, including rewards and punishment,… Continue Reading →

Punishment, Rewards, Awards awards, ceremonies, motivation, rewards, Rick Lavoie
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Good Luck, Thank You, Farewell

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Chris Wejr

I have been asked by a few parents to post my Farewell Speech to the Grade 6’s that was said at our Grade 6 Year-End Honouring Ceremony June 24th, 2010: When principals come up and give farewell speeches to classes… Continue Reading →

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