Critique, Revise, & Reflect
CR&R supports the PoG by developing Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Skillful Communication, Self Direction, and Academic Excellence.
Consider how CR&R supports specific PoG criteria: “makes judgments and decisions based on evidence and reasoning; cultivates the ability to listen and values alternate perspectives; perseveres through an ongoing process of success and failure; exhibits a growth mindset; and evaluates information critically and competently.”
“Everyday” CR&R Routines from WUHSMS Teachers
~ Tried, True, & Action Research Tested ~
Glow and Grow
Students critique their peers’ art, writing or design work in light of specific targets. This can be very detailed (feedback on an essay) or general (group sharing after a presentation). Proven: not too cheesy for sophomores!
Google Surveys
Students respond anonymously to provide feedback for the teacher. Class debriefs together.
Rose, Bud, Thorn
Similar to “Glow and Grow.” Can be used to identify positives (rose), areas for growth potential (buds), and “snags” (thorns). Described HERE with a self-reflection focus and HERE with a problem solving and design thinking focus.
Plus Delta
Plus: What students appreciate about a peer’s work. Delta: students suggest changes or alternative viewpoints. Can be student to teacher, too! Post “+” and “ Δ” signs on the wall to collect sticky notes.
Feedback Chats
Students complete a “chat” form as they reflect on goals and provide kind-specific-helpful feedback.
Apply or Deny
Students assert the right to apply or deny feedback. Great opportunity for discussions. This can easily be combined with other routines and also support justification of decisions.
Like lists? Getting started with critique, revise, and reflect:
- Schedule “formal” CR&R sessions using protocols like pages 13–14 for key drafts
- Make “informal” feedback routine, quick, & easy using +Δ (see above)
- Directly teach: kind-specific-helpful
- Invite other teachers & students to visit
- Vary the medium — google forms, stickies, …
- ”Close The Loop” on the feedback by discussing it the next day
- Build intentional class time for reflection on feedback (ex: journaling, blogging, surveys, 1st 5, ExitTickets, or resources on page 12)
- Foster a culture of collaboration
- Involve students in choosing protocols
Additional Resources
- John Spencer: Helping Students Embrace Revision
- Giving and Receiving Feedback from NSRF: Excellent 2-page outline of principles
- From HTH Graduate School: Draft & Revision and Reflection — two quick videos
- STUCK? Read this practical article on Making Critique Work, by Briony Chown — learning from her mistakes and successes.
