29/06/2021
TEFL non-zero-sum scoring concept.
Purpose: 1) to encourage language production
2) to discourage negative judgment
3) to take advantage of competitive tendencies
Students start with 30 points each (arbitrary) at the start of the activity/session.
Points can be gained by contextually correct target language production (spelling, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary etc).
Points cannot be lost by incorrect target language production.
Points can be doubled by use of appropriate metaphors or jokes or idioms.
Points should not be removed, instead a penalty of turn missing might better serve the stated purpose.
Points may be realia such as cards, balls or edibles.
This reward concept when positively guided could incentivize resistive students, who may be shy of attention or fearful of ridicule or negative feedback. This would be ideal for intra/inter team work.
