Motivation is critical for intentional learning. Synaptic, I'm glad you've hit on a motivational strategy for your son.
I didn't mean to suggest that I've found a lasting solution to motivation!
Our DS7 is extremely resistant to external motivation. This is our single biggest struggle as parents of a gifted child.
The best strategy I've found is to give him an ample supply of raw data, empower him to make decisions for himself and then gently guide him through his own decision-making process so he lands on a reasonably good decision.
