Feedback

We receive an onslaught of feedback everyday, whether we recognize it or not, and yet the question I ask is, does it impact our performance or behavior? With so much attention being paid to those giving feedback, it is actually the receivers who are in control of how much of the feedback they absorb and whether they choose to make any changes once the feedback has been given.

Feedback really happens any time you get information about yourself. The ability to accept feedback well is a learned skill that anyone can develop. When we are able to receive feedback well, our relationships are better, our self-esteem is more secure, and we learn a lot more.

So how would you gauge your readiness level to receive feedback? In turn, how do you think your students are prepared to receive feedback and in what ways do you provide this for them?
How often is this feedback given by you or by others?

As we enter into December and focus on the season upon us in which we are reminded of giving and receiving, remember that when it comes to feedback, it is equally important to reflect upon the ways in which you distribute your feedback and yet maybe most importantly, what you do when the gift of feedback is given to you.