Feedback Strategies

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One thing I really took from this article is that feedback should be like a mirror. A mirror reflects without judgement. The feedback we give others should be like that, we should never be judgemental in our feedback. There are five qualities that combine to form good feedback. The first of these being to be specific, outline what the person done, this shows that you have paid attention to their work. Secondly, focus on what the writer has done not what they haven't. Thirdly, acknowledge the thought and work that went into the writer's work, for a growth mindset, it is important to appreciate effort. Keep the focus on the writer, don't start sentences with "I like how you", keep it to "When you.." this keeps the attention on the writer. ~ 'Be A Mirror' by Gravity Goldberg.

How to give constructive feedback:
Firstly, explain why you're giving the feedback, this makes the writer feel like you are on their side. Don't go all in with the negative feedback all at once, this can make someone feel inferior and they could get defensive and end up not listening to your feedback as a result. Ask if the person wants feedback, this gives the reader the power to make the decision themselves. People like to be in control but feedback is something you don't have control over. Outline how your going to go about giving the feedback, this puts the writer at ease. ~ 'How to Give Feedback Without Sounding like a Jerk' by Adam Grant.

I found these articles really useful. I feel I can form fair and more rounded feedback now. I hope to take points and bring them into my own feedback. I've never learnt about feedback in such detail, it is really interesting to learn about the psychology behind it. Myself, I think I have been too afraid to give constructive criticism/feedback in the past in fear of coming across as rude or mean. My confidence will grow in giving feedback if I take these points into consideration