Had this idea the other day sitting in a training. The school that me and work at is a "low income school" which means that a high percentage of the students live in poverty. This is probably not uncommon around the world, but our school is lucky enough to get benefits, like free lunch for all students. I've heard of a lot of ways to motivate students, but it is almost all BS. The question is: Would it work for these kids? They have more problems than just money, like drug addicted parents that leech off of their children. A lot of my students have jobs to support their family or take care of their siblings excessively. Obviously this is fu**ed and it shouldn't be like this. Yes, I had a job as a HS student tutoring, but it was a choice I made to help grow-up myself.
How it would work...
Make an account and put it 1000 Steem or so. Also, have the kids make "student" accounts where they can only post homework and no resteems. Late turn in receive no up-vote. On-time or early turn-ins receive a vote based on quality (this can help you with physical grades as well). There must be different homework versions. Students can gain extra credit by posting educational post that classmates can read, related or not related to the class. You are not giving them much, but it is a start to their investment in life.
Potential Problems
- Cheating is always an issue, so you have to make thoughtful homework to avoid this. Catch a student cheating receives no up-vote and a zero for the assignment.
- There is an NSFW tab. This is the reason that schools would be reluctant to allow it.
Anyways, I think it would motivate to learn, but scientists say that money does not motivate (adults). Help me make a proper decision Steemers, I have a week to decide if I want to try it. If I do decide to try it I will start with 1 class only. Hope you've enjoyed your summer Steemians! Best wishes!