Bootstrapped Mixed Rewards for RL Post-Training: Injecting Canonical Action Order

arXiv — cs.LGFriday, December 5, 2025 at 5:00:00 AM
  • A recent study introduced a method for post-training reinforcement learning (RL) that incorporates a canonical action order to enhance model performance. By utilizing Group Relative Policy Optimization (GRPO) with mixed rewards, including cell accuracy and ordering rewards, the research demonstrated significant improvements in test accuracy on Sudoku tasks compared to traditional fine-tuning methods.
  • This development is crucial as it suggests that integrating structured hints during RL post-training can lead to more effective learning outcomes, particularly in complex tasks like Sudoku. The findings indicate a shift towards more nuanced approaches in RL that consider the order of actions taken by models.
  • The implications of this research extend to various applications of RL, including advancements in multimodal large language models and robotics. The use of mixed rewards and structured training signals is becoming a focal point in enhancing model capabilities, addressing challenges in training effectiveness, and improving generalization across diverse tasks.
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