In the words of Bill Gates, 'We all need people who give us feedback. That's how we improve. The art of giving feedback is widely recognised as one of the most powerful tools in education and equally one of the most variable aspects in the way it is applied. In The Feedback Pendulum , Michael aims to explore how the use of feedback has evolved over time, drawing on a combination of research and sharing experiences, and examples of best practices across the different phases of education to establish a culture of efficient and effective feedback that supports the teaching and learning cycle. This book will unpick the research, the experience of expert practitioners, and practical strategies in the different phases of education, the evolution of feedback over time pre-school feedback primary and secondary school feedback; specialist education feedback parental feedback CPD feedback Through the use of spotlights from teachers and an education psychologist's perspective interweaved throughout, Michael provides a manifesto for enhancing feedback in education.
Despite Parts 3 and 4 not being directly connected to my professional life I found this book an invaluable addition to my CPD bookshelf. Even considering how I feedback to parents in reports and conferences had me turning to my PRF frequently to update my reflections and to heighten my practice. A really good book the focuses on the need to build a culture of feedback in a school that addresses all the stakeholders in the learning environment. So practical while still being anchored in research findings. CPD time well spent!