AWESOME Lessons I keep a weekly log for each student. Every time a student comes to a lesson well-prepared, all assignments practiced and completed, and with a great attitude, I write "AWESOME" on their page. At the year-end recital, the student who has received the most AWESOMEs for the whole year, will receive a special trophy.
Incentives for Motivation Incentives are designed to motivate students to work hard/smart during their practice time and lessons. Hopefully those who are motivated by incentives will require less reminders (aka: nagging) to get to the piano to practice. Incentives encourage learning life-skills such as goal setting, accountability, and time management.