التفاعل إيجابي أثناء التغذية الراجعة لأنها تأتي بعد مرحلة تقويمية لمى استيعاب المتعلمين للموضوع

الملاحظات الشفهية لها تأثير جيد على المتعلمين ولكن المكتوبة تكون أفضل لأن أثرها يكون أطول

The power of words in feedback is significant. Constructive feedback, whether written or verbal, can motivate students, help them understand their strengths and areas for improvement, and guide them towards better performance. For instance, specific and positive feedback can encourage a student’s effort and strategy rather than just praising their intelligence, which fosters a growth mindset.

Feedback is often hard to receive - even when it stems from the best of intentions. I find it critical to always begin with what a person has done WELL. We often skip this step assuming they know, but part of feedback is to reinforce good outcomes as well as mitigate/address poor ones. When you start with the negative, people often falsely generalize your comment on one aspect or criterion across an entire project/paper/presentation. I often use the phrase "this is what I think would make it stronger..." to imply that their original work has value, but still can be improved upon.

Wording can be a powerful tool in treating students. It can be used to motivate them beyond what writing alone can achieve.

Words has more power than writing.

I observed the power of words in providing feedback to students through a struggling student named Roderick in my 7th-grade English class. Roderick had always been reserved due to his consistently low grades and rarely participated in class discussions. However, one day, I noticed a small improvement in one of Roderick's short stories. It wasn't perfect, but it showed creativity and effort. Instead of focusing on the mistakes, I chose to highlight the strengths of his story in my feedback. I wrote a detailed note emphasizing his imaginative plot and included some constructive suggestions for improvement. When Roderick received my feedback, I saw a visible change. He started to approach me after class and began having conversations about his writing. Over the next few weeks, Roderick's participation in class increased, and he started turning in assignments that showed significant improvement and more effort.

This experience demonstrated the profound impact that positive, constructive feedback can have on a student's motivation and self-esteem.

As an art teacher, I've observed numerous instances where the power of words, both written and verbal, significantly impacted students' learning and confidence. One specific scenario stands out:

During a project where students were asked to create self-portraits, one student, Sarah, was particularly hesitant and critical of her work. She often said, "I'm not good at drawing," and seemed discouraged.

Verbal Feedback

While walking around the classroom, I noticed Sarah's struggle and decided to engage her in a conversation. I pointed out specific elements of her work that were strong, such as her use of shading and attention to detail in the eyes. I said, "Sarah, you've captured the light in the eyes beautifully. That's a challenging aspect, and you've done it really well."

This immediate, positive feedback made a noticeable difference. Sarah's posture straightened, and she seemed more engaged with her work. Verbal feedback allowed me to directly address her concerns and provide encouragement in real-time.

Written Feedback

After the project was completed, I provided detailed written feedback on each student's work. For Sarah, I wrote, "Your self-portrait demonstrates a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of shading techniques. Keep experimenting with these skills, as they are some of the most difficult to master. You're doing great!"

When Sarah read the written feedback, she came to me with a smile and said, "I didn't realize I was good at shading. I'll keep practicing that."

Outcome

The combination of verbal and written feedback reinforced Sarah's strengths and provided her with specific areas to focus on. Over the next few projects, her confidence grew, and she became more willing to take risks and explore new techniques.

This scenario highlights how thoughtful and specific feedback can empower students, build their confidence, and enhance their learning experience.