Quote by James S. Coleman

The present structure of rewards in high schools produces a response on the part of an adolescent social system which effectively impedes the process of education.

The present structure of rewards in high schools produces a

Summary

This quote suggests that the current system of rewards in high schools hinders the educational process due to the way adolescents respond to them. It implies that the incentive-based rewards system creates a negative impact on education by diverting focus from the actual learning process. Instead, students may be driven to solely work for rewards, leading to a less effective and meaningful education.

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By James S. Coleman

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