Jackpot training refers to Providing a special reward for excellent responses (even higher value rewards).

• A. Awareness cue
• B. Partial reinforcement
• C. Shaping
• D. Jackpot

Answer: (D)

Jackpot training uses a high-value reward for an exceptional response to dramatically boost its reinforcement value. When the dog delivers an outstanding performance, you provide something notably more valuable than the usual reward—like a burst of treats, a favorite toy, or an extended play session. This strong, rare reinforcement helps the behavior stand out and increases the likelihood it will be repeated, especially when you want to encourage exceptional effort or push performance higher. It’s not about rewarding only some trials (that would be partial reinforcement), nor about shaping the behavior step by step toward a target, nor about using a cue to signal awareness. It’s specifically about celebrating an outstanding response with a standout reward. For example, after a flawless sequence, you might give a jackpot reward to reinforce that level of performance.