M6 Reinforcement

 

I focused on Real-Time Feedback which is defined as a powerful technique that supports both peer-to-peer interaction and instructor guidance. Using digital platforms like Google Docs, Padlet, Mentimeter, and Kahoot! Learners and instructors can offer timely insights during a task rather than after it's complete. This immediacy enhances engagement and allows for meaningful growth throughout the learning process, not just at the end.

 

 Real-Time Feedback: A Game-Changer in Collaborative Assessment

What is Real-Time Feedback?
Real-time feedback is information provided to learners immediately during or just after a performance. Unlike traditional feedback models that rely on end-of-task evaluation, this approach allows learners to course-correct, reflect, and apply insights while still actively engaged.

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Advantages in Collaborative Assessment:

• Enhance Engagement: Instant responses keep learners active and involved.
• Builds Peer Support: Students learn from one another in real time, fostering a shared learning community.
• Improve Retention: Feedback received in the moment is more likely to be remembered and applied.
• Supports Growth Mindset: Continuous improvement is encouraged when feedback is timely and constructive.

 Strategies for Giving and Receiving Real-Time Feedback:

• Digital Commenting Tools: Use Google Docs or Microsoft OneNote to add in-line comments during group projects or peer reviews.
• Interactive Polling & Quizzes: Incorporate tools like Mentimeter or Kahoot! to gather immediate input and clarify misunderstandings.
• Live Collaboration Platforms: Use Zoom breakout rooms with shared whiteboards or Jam board for spontaneous critique and discussion.
• Peer Response Protocols: Encourage students to give “I notice, I wonder, I suggest” feedback during presentations or collaborative work.

Real-time feedback transforms assessment into a dialogue rather than a judgment. It allows learners to take ownership of their improvement and empowers peers to play an active role in the learning process. As educators, integrating this into collaborative settings not only enhances outcomes but also fosters empathy, engagement, and effective communication.