It is well known that feedback is an important part of the learning process. Feedback, especially combined with purposeful practice, helps students spend time learning what they need to focus on instead of practicing what they already know. Effective feedback acts as a map, letting students know where they are and what they need to do to reach their goals. Effective feedback 1) sets goals, 2) communicates progress, 3) is timely, and 4) allows students to practice and implement the feedback they receive. More broadly, these aspects include thinking about where the student is going, how the student is doing, and what the next steps are. For the most effective results, school administrators, instructional instructors, and supervisors should consider the following when providing feedback to teachers
(Stock, 2023):
• Recognize each teacher's strengths and areas for improvement rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach. • Focus the discussion on how to improve individual teacher skills at the classroom level rather than individual problems.
• Provide specific feedback, citing specific areas for improvement or examples of effective teaching techniques. General statements such as "Good job" may sound positive, but they do not direct the teacher's attention to maintaining or improving specific teaching practices.
• Encourages two-way communication with teachers, enabling open discussions where teachers can be heard, share their perspectives, and engage in professional growth. • Provide timely feedback so teachers can reflect on their experiences and make adjustments when classroom experiences are not fresh in their minds.
Reference:
Stock, A. (2023, August 29).
50 Teacher Feedback Examples With Meaningful Impact
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