What is feedback?
In our study, we learned that feedback helps writers improve, whether it comes from an instructor, a peer, or a trusted friend.
Author Anne Gere explains that feedback means showing other people our writing and thinking about what we can learn from their comments. When we engage with others’ feedback, we become aware of how different audiences can understand our writing.
What is school-sponsored feedback?
School-sponsored feedback is “peer review required by an institutional authority figure.”
What is self-sponsored feedback?
Self-sponsored feedback: Writers can get feedback outside of school as a self-sponsored activity.
It’s important to reach out to peers as well as to instructors, or those who are more knowledgeable, for feedback. As discussed in Chapter 2,
Peers can offer feedback in ways that are truly collaborative. Writers who consistently show their work only to those who grade or evaluate their writing, may want to find a peer.
Check out Charlotte’s perspective on self-sponsored feedback:
Peers in both school-sponsored and self-sponsored settings can provide useful feedback. Writing centers offer another way to get feedback. Writers can improve the quality of feedback by explaining where they need help.
What is critical engagement?
Self-Sponsored Feedback: Writers can get feedback outside of school as a self-sponsored activity.
It’s important to reach out to peers as well as to instructors, or those who are more knowledgeable, for feedback. As discussed in Chapter 2,
Peers can offer feedback in ways that are truly collaborative. Writers who consistently show their work only to those who grade or evaluate their writing may want to find a peer.
Check out Charlotte’s perspective on self-sponsored feedback:
Peers in both school-sponsored and self-sponsored settings can provide useful feedback. Writing centers offer another way to get feedback. Writers can improve the quality of feedback by explaining where they need help.
Where do people go for feedback?
| Key | Amount |
|---|---|
| Friends and colleagues | 14 |
| Mentors | 9 |
| Teachers | 5 |
| Writing groups | 2 |
| Editors | 2 |
People who responded to our survey said they reach out to peers, instructors, colleagues, editors, mentors, classmates, siblings, parents, and friends to read their writing.
We can engage in feedback in a variety of situations and with a variety of people, such as instructors, fellow students, and other people we trust.