Feedback is one of the most powerful influences on learning and achievement, that can either be a positive or negative experience for the recipient. It can occur at any point in the teaching and learning cycle, and has the potential to clarify for learners:
However, we need to recognise that positive feedback from colleagues or teachers begins long before feedback is even given. So how do we ensure the feedback we give those we serve is a positive one that moves learners towards growth? As I have mentioned on numerous occasions before, RELATIONSHIPS must come first. They are the foundation for growth and creating a culture of thinkers, creators and innovators. Relationships are the most important investment we can make. Katie Martin in her book Learner-Centered Innovation explains that "the success or failure of your ability to grow and develop people hinges on personal connections and attention to the learning context." She acknowledges that these three questions: Do you see me? Do you know me? Will you grow me? from visionary leader Brandon Wiley can really help us frame our thinking to best support our students and colleagues. These 3 questions really got me thinking about how I do this my students and colleagues. How do I show them I see them, know them and am willing to help them grow? Here are some of the things I do to ensure feedback is received within a valued relationship.
Feedback is best received within a relationship and when people feel valued. If we truly want the feedback we give to have a positive impact and be a catalyst for growth with students and colleagues then we need to make relationships our priority! Discussion Prompts:
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Ddunson
23/3/2018 01:38:22 pm
I think this article was great and informative. If you have further information concerning this topic I would gladly like to read more.
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Alice Vigors
26/3/2018 09:09:20 am
Thank you for leaving a comment. Katie Martin elsborates further on the notion of See me, Know me, Grow me on her blog: katielmartin.com/2017/03/08/support-looks-different-for-different-people-immooc/
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Vanessa Simpson
30/3/2018 05:58:37 pm
Great article. One of the great pleasures of being a 5\6 composite teacher is I have my studernts for two years. I think Steiner schools the students stay with the teacher for several years. You not only get to know them well, you can't pass off lack of progress to the previous or next teacher.
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AuthorHi, I am Alice. I am a primary teacher and leader in New South Wales, Australia. I have been teaching for the past 14 years in both the Public and Catholic school systems. I am passionate about supporting and mentoring colleagues to think deeply about their efforts to cultivate thinking and learning opportunities for students. Read more Archives
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