Transcript Studying in HE

Study Skills
Workshop
Using tutor feedback
By the end, you should
understand…
• What is the purpose of tutor
feedback
• What it really means
• How you should respond to
tutor feedback
What is tutor feedback?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxLsLqxYY0Y#t=92
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Different forms – summative and
formative
Can come from a variety of staff
Formal & informal
Verbal & written
Turnitin – online system
You should receive feedback
within 15 working days, or be
informed of the date expected
What is the purpose of tutor
feedback?
• Helps you to assess your own learning and reflect on
your development
• Allows you to discuss your learning with your tutors
• Helps you to understand what is expected of you and
what good performance is
• Gives you the opportunity to progress
• Provides you with information about your learning
• Motivates you and encourages you to think positively
about your learning
• Provides information to teachers that can be used to
help shape their teaching
What does the feedback mean?
• Assessment & grading criteria gives a description
of the characteristics associated with work at
different grades. When you have received
feedback, use the criteria to understand how you
could improve your work next time.
• For information on the undergraduate and
postgraduate grading criteria see:http://www.brighton.ac.uk/ask/undergraduates/
essays-and-assignments/assessment-andgrading-criteria/
• Language used
Common areas of feedback
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Length
Answering the question
Introduction and conclusion
Conciseness & detail
Structure
Punctuation and spelling
Vocabulary
Referencing
How should I respond to tutor
feedback?
Receiving, reflecting on and applying feedback is
essential to personal development in your studies.
• Highlight key points in the feedback
• Consider re-writing certain elements of
assignments – some tutors may be happy to look
at this re-working.
• Be reflective – think about what the tutor means,
why they have made that comments and what
you can do differently.
• Translate your feedback into SMART goals Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely
Next steps
• Clarify any points you didn't understand with the
tutor - Don't be afraid to ask!
• Follow up on any action your tutor recommends
• Refer to Study Skills handbooks for tips to
improve areas of weakness (e.g. Stella Cottrell,
Andrew Norton)
• Apply what you have learnt to your next
assessment; keep in mind your feedback and
make sure you don't repeat the same mistakes
• Be proactive – if you are have any difficulties with
your studies then seek support
Useful links
• http://www.brighton.ac.uk/ask/studyadvice/exams-and-assessment/usingfeedback/
• http://evidencenet.pbworks.com/f/guide+for+
students+FINAL.pdf
• http://www.sussex.ac.uk/s3/?id=58
Thank you for
participating
Good luck with your future studies
here at Brighton!