What kind of reinforcement can teachers provide during SAFMEDS practice?

Verbal praise for improvement and effort is an effective form of reinforcement in SAFMEDS practice because it acknowledges students' progress and hard work. This type of reinforcement can boost students' motivation and self-esteem, encouraging them to engage more deeply with the material. When teachers provide specific, positive feedback, such as praising a student for mastering a particular set of flashcards or showing consistent effort, it reinforces the desired behavior and helps create a supportive learning environment.

In contrast, the other options may not align as well with the principles of positive reinforcement in an educational setting. Monetary rewards for high scores could create an extrinsic motivation that may not support long-term learning or appreciation of the subject matter. Written feedback, while useful, may not provide the immediate reinforcement that verbal praise can deliver. Increasing homework assignments may lead to stress or burnout rather than encouraging a positive association with learning. Therefore, verbal praise effectively enhances the learning experience during SAFMEDS practice.