Here, we explore practical ways to support participation and belonging, make feedback more effective, and respond to the diverse needs and experiences students bring to learning.
Enhancing Participation & Active Learning
Creating a vibrant learning environment means providing different ways for students to participate and engage. Press ‘play‘ and click one of the questions to explore these ideas more.
Approaches for Timely Feedback & Setting Clear Expectations
Below you’ll find advice on small-scale activities that provide opportunities for prompt and accessible feedback, including peer support, self-evaluation and tutor-led guidance. Examples include low-stakes assessments and one-minute papers.
Providing different opportunities to engage with feedback can support learning by helping students understand expectations, reflect on their progress and identify practical next steps.
Embracing Diversity, Utilising Feedback & Recognising Success
Our final section considers how recognising diverse student strengths, experiences and circumstances can support a more equitable learning environment.
It explores ways to utilise feedback, recognise success and identify signs of change within the classroom, while considering whether different students are able to participate, contribute and progress.
Summary
The practical approaches explored here can help make teaching and feedback more inclusive and effective.
By supporting participation and belonging, responding to different needs and barriers, and learning from student feedback, you can create more equitable learning experiences and strengthen future teaching.