How does Mrs. Salkey ensure that students are motivated while implementing the contingent observation program?

Mrs. Salkey’s approach of reinforcing and enriching the time-in environment is pivotal in motivating students during the implementation of the contingent observation program. This strategy focuses on creating an engaging and supportive atmosphere where students can feel valued and encouraged to participate positively.

An enriched time-in environment may include stimulating activities, diverse learning materials, and opportunities for social interaction, all of which can capture students' interest and promote favorable behaviors. By enhancing this environment, students are more likely to associate positive experiences with compliance and engagement, leading to a natural motivation to follow the rules and expectations set forth by Mrs. Salkey.

The other approaches, while they can be helpful in certain contexts, do not focus as effectively on creating an intrinsic motivation among students. For instance, frequent reminders about the rules, while important for maintaining structure, can sometimes lead to student frustration if not paired with a positive environment. Similarly, relying on peer pressure can have mixed outcomes and may lead to anxiety or resistance instead of motivation. Offering a rewards system can be effective but may risk creating an extrinsic motivation where students only perform well for tangible rewards, as opposed to being intrinsically motivated to behave appropriately in a positive atmosphere.