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Principle 4: Good practice gives prompt feedback.
Instructors help students frequently assess their knowledge and competence and
provide them with opportunities to perform, receive meaningful suggestions, and reflect
on their learning.
Examples of evidence to look for:
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Information about course feedback methods and standards on the
course syllabus.
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Option (or requirement) for students to submit drafts of assignments for
instructor feedback.
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Meaningful feedback on student assignments that is provided within a
publicized, and reasonable, time frame.
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Assignment feedback that is clear, positive, specific, and focused on
observable behavior that can be changed.
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Clearly communicated course and individual assignment grading criteria.
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Up-to-date, student-accessible course gradebook.
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An open discussion forum where students can ask questions, and
receive instructor feedback, about course content and activities.
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Student surveys that provide the instructor with feedback for course
improvement.
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Examples of student work that demonstrate advancement toward
learning goals.
Where to look:
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Course syllabus
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Instructional materials / Assignment directions
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Assignment dropboxes and e-portfolios
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Course gradebook
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Discussion forums
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Survey instruments
Resources:
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TLT Ideas for Giving Prompt, Better Feedback to Students -
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Providing Feedback -
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Collecting Feedback That Improves Teaching and Learning -
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Adapted from Appendix C-5e: YCCD Peer Observation Form for Faculty Teaching, Penn State Peer Review & Fairmont State College