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Twelve tips for providing feedback to peers about their teaching
Lori R Newman1, David H Roberts2, Susan E Frankl2
1Department of Medical Education, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School , Boston , MA , USA.
Medical Teacher
|November 27, 2018
Summary
Peer feedback after teaching observations benefits healthcare professionals. Strategies for pre-, during, and post-observation discussions foster collaboration, problem-solving, and improved educational quality through constructive communication.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Professional Development
- Peer Feedback Strategies
Background:
- Teaching observations are common in healthcare settings.
- Effective feedback is crucial for professional growth but often challenging.
- Mutual benefits for observers and observed are recognized but require structured approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline strategies for effective peer feedback after teaching observations.
- To promote mutually beneficial conversations that enhance teaching practices.
- To foster long-lasting partnerships for improving educational quality in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- Discussing strategies for before, during, and after teaching observations.
- Highlighting the importance of word choice, focusing on skills not personality.
- Exploring techniques like active listening, pronoun use, and questioning; addressing biases and observer credibility.
Main Results:
- Effective feedback requires careful language and focus on teaching skills.
- Emotional readiness and active listening are key components of productive conversations.
- Addressing biases and establishing credibility enhance the value of the observation process.
Conclusions:
- Structured peer feedback after teaching observations can lead to significant professional development.
- Mindful communication, addressing individual perceptions, and managing biases are essential for success.
- This process cultivates valuable partnerships aimed at elevating educational standards in healthcare.
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