Document Type

Thesis

Date of Award

Winter 3-1972

Degree Name

Master of Education (MEd)

Department

Education

First Advisor

Hyrum S. Henderson

Second Advisor

Daryl Basler

Third Advisor

Sam Rust

Abstract

This paper presents the effects of a token system used in a regular eighth grade mathematics class. Two classes containing 21 and 23 students were implemented. The study was designed to increase attendance, behavior, and mathematical achievement in a test group and measure the effects against a control group. The scores revealed a significant difference only in attendance favoring the test group.

Recommendations included pairing stronger reinforcers with the points used and suggestions for future research.

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