<p>Not having read the article to understnd the entire focus of the program, it is a little hard to judge. However, the concept of giving students a monetary ( economic) incentive for performing well is pretty sound (IMHO). It is what happens in the real world, you show up to work, do your job you get a paycheck. You work especially hard, go above and beyond and you get a bonus in many fields. If you are on the job beyond the probabtion period you get benefits like healthcare. Isn't this what this program might teach these kids? Don't a lot of children who are economically advantaged get rewards for good performance? They may get it from their parents, but they learn never the less that good performance brings an immediate benefit. It may be a meal out, or for smaller children an ice cream, or maybe it is monetary.</p>
<p>I am sure their are potential problems with this type of program, and those that will find a way to bend the system and abuse it; but it certainly seems worth a try.</p>
<p>How many adults would get up and go to work every day if they were told that in 4 years, if you are good and consistant and are judged above average on an objective appraisal , you will get paid?</p>