Nicol and MacFarlane-Dick (2006) identified seven principles of good feedback practice that support student self-regulation of learning. For each principle, they presented research support and examples of ways to implement the principle in practice. The principles hold that effective feedback (p. 205) Helps clarify what good performance is (goals, criteria, expected standards); Facilitates the development of self-assessment (reflection) in learning; Delivers high-quality information to students about their learning; Encourages teacher and peer dialogue around learning; Encourages positive
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