“Get to work!” “Back to work!” “Start working!” “You need to work harder!” “Johnny needs to work more!” “Kids need to have a better work ethic!” These are just a sample of expressions that most teachers have uttered repeatedly throughout their years in our universal respective classrooms. Regardless of instructional approach, subject, grade level or any other factor, teachers are ultimately faced with the task of getting students to work. Indeed, probably since the first teacher and student interaction occurred, teachers have often tried to figure out how to get their students to both work, as well as work at high levels. Traditionally, our students have worked for a variety of reasons - grades, approval, compliance, fear and future success. In terms of motivation, we have tried many things including, but not limited to incentives, choices, punishment, relationships, technology and more. However, how often have educators s