1. Distance Learning Feedback Written Feedback

2. The Purpose of Feedback Address Inaccuracies Correct Misconceptions Facilitate Improvement

3. The Purpose of Feedback Improve Confidence Increase Motivation Increase Retention

4. Feedback Examples The next two slides give real life examples of feedback to students. Give some consideration to the statements and then complete Activities 1 & 2.

5. Feedback Examples OK, but you could have given a bit of explanation This answer doesnt make sense. You havent answered the Question J… you havent described the policy of your workplace – develop your answers

6. Feedback Examples Far too brief again. You are asked to describe the arrangement Answer in sentences. This doesnt really explain why drugs are classified or controlled So what happens? Who is involved? How do people communicate? OK J… a couple of your answers could have been clearer but overall a high standard. Pass

7. Activity 1 Have a think about how you might have given this feedback to students. Try the following activityactivity

8. Activity 2 Have a think about how you might have given this feedback to students. Try the following activityactivity

9. Characteristics of Good Feedback According to Francis and Young (1979)Francis Feedback should be: - Clear and direct Constructive Descriptive Helpful and Supportive on tutors part Well timed

10. Feedback Baume et al, suggest that the sandwich approach to giving feedback is well received e.g POSITIVE, CONSTRUCTIVE, POSITIVE

11. Sample Feedback Compare your Activity 1 written feedback here here Compare your Activity 2 written feedback here here

12. Feedback Process Read script Make rough notes (for own use) Use ticks on script (but not red pen) Write comments to remind you Explain the comments fully (refer to course notes) Consider how student will perceive your feedback Be Personal, Specific, Constructive, PositivePositive

13. Feedback-Further Reading Web links The Seven Principles of Good FeedbackFeedback Providing Constructive FeedbackFeedback Positive Reinforcement: The Power of Written FeedbackFeedback ExtractsExtracts from 2000 Tips for Lecturers