Comparing approaches to feedback in the context of English language teaching in higher education

Authors

  • Ramla AlZadjali University of Exeter

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21100/compass.v15i1.1254

Keywords:

written, corrective, feedback, assessment

Abstract

Written feedback has the potential to play an important role in supporting HE students’ learning. This paper looks at the question of how much and what kind of feedback is most effective in the context of language learning but with implications for other disciplines. It argues for the importance of contextualising feedback within a dialogue with students.

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Published

02/24/2022

Issue

Vol. 15 No. 1 (2022)

Section

Opinion Pieces

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