While there are many different ways to provide feedback, some rules are critical to effective feedback. These rules will help you provide constructive and meaningful feedback to teachers.<\/p>\n
1. Be specific.<\/h2>\n
Feedback is a vital element of effective teaching and learning<\/a>. It allows teachers to identify strengths and areas for improvement and gives students the information they need to improve their work.<\/p>\n Yet, too often, feedback is written in a way that impedes learning and hinders teacher-student communication. For example, studies have shown that overly general, vague, or broad feedback fails to address student needs.<\/p>\n One way to avoid the problem is to offer feedback that addresses student goals rather than what you think they should do. For example, instead of pointing out that your students are using too many commas and other punctuation in their writing, write: “I’m noticing that you are using a lot of commas and other punctuation in your second paragraph.”<\/p>\n Remember to prompt and ask good questions to probe student thinking when you give feedback. For example, suppose a student receives a paper with too many commas and other punctuation errors. In that case, they may not seek out those mistakes or learn to correct them because you’ve given them all the answers.<\/p>\n Another way to encourage learning is to provide positive feedback encouraging students to access their prior understanding and knowledge. For example, if a student is having trouble with their word choice, praise their use of specific words or phrases they have used in the past to convey meaning.<\/p>\n Giving feedback is a two-way process, and it is also important<\/a> to be sensitive to the needs of teachers. Principals can offer feedback in a way that empowers teachers to take ownership of their areas for improvement and engage in a back-and-forth dialogue about their practice (Williamson and Blackburn, MiddleWeb).<\/p>\n When it comes to feedback, it’s important to be timely<\/a>. Not only does this carry more impact, but it also gives the recipient a chance to act, monitor and adjust on their end before the year ends and it’s too late to make important improvements.<\/p>\n The timing of feedback largely depends on the learning goals \u2013 immediate feedback is best when students are learning new knowledge. At the same time, slightly delayed feedback can be helpful when students are applying learned knowledge.<\/p>\n It’s also important to note that feedback should be rooted in data and evidence. Therefore, educators should be encouraged to collect and evaluate student data regularly to inform their teaching.<\/p>\n Effective feedback should include tangible examples and a clear next step. This makes it easier for the recipient to implement what they’ve learned and ensures they understand why the changes were necessary.<\/p>\n For example, you might want to include examples of what teachers can do to improve their classroom behavior and help students learn better. This way, they’ll understand the impact of their actions and feel more empowered to take on the task at hand.<\/p>\n You might also want to hone in on 1-2 areas for prioritized and actionable feedback, providing resources or strategies the teacher could use to improve their practice in that area shortly.<\/p>\n Taking these seven principles into consideration when writing your feedback will help you give the most meaningful and helpful feedback possible and encourage teachers to be more open and honest about their needs for improvement. Ultimately, this will lead to greater student learning and teacher development<\/a>.<\/p>\n You need to be specific if you want to write feedback that will make a difference. This can mean many things, from using a good example to making the student think about the process and learning you are referring to.<\/p>\n One of the best ways to show you care about your teachers is to provide them with meaningful feedback that they can use to improve their teaching skills and help their students learn. This can be as simple as writing a short note to their desk to say “thanks for helping me learn,” or it can be something more involved, such as emailing them for their hard work.<\/p>\n A great way to get specific about your feedback is to work alongside each teacher to set targeted goals for your feedback sessions. For example, if you plan an instructional round next week, meet with the teacher who will be observed ahead of time and define 1-3 specific areas where you would like to see improvement.<\/p>\n After the instructional round, provide comments directly related to the goals you and your partner have defined together. This is the most effective way to communicate your message. It is also good to include actionable next steps teachers can take to improve their practice shortly. This will help the teacher take ownership of their efforts and ensure they are not blindly following your lead. This is the best way to ensure your feedback will be meaningful to teachers and their students. It also helps you avoid confusing<\/a> the teacher with a plethora of information.<\/p>\n While feedback can be very helpful for students, it should be given in a way specific to the student and their learning. In addition, it should also be timely and focused on growth.<\/p>\n The best kind of feedback addresses student goals, explains how the teacher is helping the student to reach those goals, and provides the next steps for improvement. It’s also important to keep it positive and encourage the teacher to practice good teaching skills.<\/p>\n Teachers often receive feedback that isn’t very helpful. It’s usually generic or vague, such as, “You need to be more engaging in your instruction.” This isn’t exactly actionable advice that can lead to improved learning outcomes for the student.<\/p>\n More effective feedback would include some form of concrete evidence, such as a piece of written work or a video clip of the teacher’s lesson. It must also be timely and specific, so the student knows what to do next.<\/p>\n Another way to provide useful feedback is to ask questions about the teaching process. This opens up the conversation and allows both parties to learn something new.<\/p>\n For example, suppose you are giving feedback about a writing assignment. In that case, you can begin by asking what trends you see based on the success criteria you’ve set for the students. You can then use these trends to re-teach those students who need more help and extend the learning for those ready to move on.<\/p>\n The most important thing to remember when providing feedback is that it should cause students to think and learn. Then, they can identify errors and correct them. Ultimately, this will make them better writers and improve<\/a> their writing skills.<\/p>\n2. Be timely.
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