Ed, Good question and one that does not have a clear answer. My strategy is to use a variety of reinforces and/or rewards for my students. This way my supports will encourage the students and during the process I try to find what they do appreciate. One student may not like awards or pins but really appreciates having the opportunity to interact with the instructor and discuss with him/her a certain topic. This discussion time is a reward for having accomplished so task. The key is to offer variety in terms of rewards and encouragements and hopefully you will find one that really excites that particular student. Gary Gary Meers, Ed.D.