A worker who refuses to work is taken off the clock. The relationship between not working and not getting paid is a wonderful motivator for the students. Step four is the actual course and it takes place during the time the student is involved in training at the workshop. Following the 12-week course, weekly review of one chapter helps students remember the lessons. Posters, discussion-provoking questions and interactive displays around the workshop further reinforce the lessons presented.
Students take increasing responsibility for making sure they get paid for the work they do.
For example, special timecards for students who can t read have pictures on them along with names, so students who cannot read can find their own timecards and assist in filling them out. Leonard Pieper puts his job skills to work at a local Italian restaurant. At the enclaves, several clients work together with a coach, within an independent business. Several have now reached independence in these positions. They earn at least minimum wage and some have received raises.