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Feedback Quality Comparison

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About This MicroSim

Critique different feedback approaches by comparing their effectiveness in learning scenarios.

Learning Objectives

  1. Critique different feedback approaches for student errors
  2. Identify characteristics of effective feedback
  3. Design appropriate feedback for various error types

How to Use

  1. Select Scenario: Click different error types to see feedback variations
  2. Compare Panels: See how each feedback type handles the same error
  3. Check Effectiveness: Review the effectiveness percentages
  4. Show Research: Toggle to see research findings about feedback quality

Feedback Types

Type Characteristics Best For
Minimal Just correct/incorrect Quick verification
Directive What to fix Procedural errors
Elaborated Why and how Deep understanding

Lesson Plan

Grade Level: College Duration: 15-20 minutes Bloom's Level: Evaluate (L5)

Activities

  1. Exploration (5 min): Try all four scenarios
  2. Analysis (5 min): Identify patterns in effectiveness ratings
  3. Critique (5 min): Discuss why elaborated feedback is more effective
  4. Design (5 min): Write feedback for a new scenario

Assessment

Students demonstrate mastery by:

  • Explaining why minimal feedback often fails
  • Writing elaborated feedback for new error scenarios
  • Matching feedback type to learning goals

References