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Kudos (explanation)
1. A means to gauge and encourage insightful thought, class participation, a positive working
environment, supportive attitudes and the “yet to be seen”.
How it works…
The amount of “kudos stamps” you collect will directly correlate with a
“positive reinforcement” that your class chooses (See “Value sheet”).
If you lose your log, you will have to start
over. If you don’t have your Kudos stamp when I’m offering an opportunity to receive a
stamp… it’s your loss and/or you can start over with a blank one. YOU MAY NOT COMBINE
previously-lost KUDOS SHEETS with New sheets!!!!!!! No exceptions.
If you don’t have your Kudos sheet with you on the day that I’m giving them out—you don’t get any.
Immediately print your name on the top of your “log” upon receiving it, preventing anyone the
opportunity to steal your stamps.
You earn “Kudos stamps” by contributing to a class discussion with insightful or
thought-provoking ON TOPIC comments. You can also earn Kudos stamps by
volunteering willingly, supporting or encouraging others’ participation and by
taking initiative without being prompted. Obnoxious or out-of-turn
speaking/behavior will NOT be rewarded with Kudos stamps, regardless of
how “insightful” it may be.
Finally, please note that the teacher (only!) assumes the role of determining Kudos
stamp-worthy participation and comments.
You can submit your Kudos Stamps for “positive reinforcement” at the end of a 9-week quarter.