Standard 5.2
Provide feedback to students on their learning
Feedback is important to be given in ‘real time’. That is, in class as lessons progress. Having students aware of how they are performing and areas needed for improvement enhances the communication and connection between teaching and learning. I have witnessed where a school used icloud and students are given feedback throughout lessons in real time – from how well they worked in the lesson, to praise for risk-taking to challenge themselves, to praise for indicating their need for assistance. What I observed in these lessons were students that felt a connection between themselves and the teacher and were confident in the knowledge that feedback would be given in a timely and efficient manner.
From my Psychology Stage 1 mentor:
“By using terms/responses such as “excellent” and “absolutely, that’s a really good point”, in responding to student answers to teacher questions posed, this showed her approachability and receptiveness to student ideas and understandings and encouraged student engagement.”
The purpose of providing students with feedback in assessment is also to enhance their learning and encourage development. I always give feedback to students in a positive and constructive manner and encourage respectful relationships amongst students with a focus on collaborative learning. When completing group activities I have seen great work from students who have adopted the organisation, respect, caring and listening skills I consistently model in and out of the classroom.
An example of feedback given on a year 9 Civics and Citizenship Quiz:
Ruth Tipping 