5 Things I Hate About Giving Teachers (or anyone) Feedback

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Samantha James

December 17, 2022

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Giving feedback is never easy. It’s even harder when the person you’re giving feedback to is someone you care about, like a family member or a close friend.

When it comes to giving teachers feedback, there are a few things I hate. Here are 5 of them:

1. I hate that feeling of not knowing what to say.

2. I hate how awkward it can be.

3. I hate that it’s often seen as negative.

4. I hate that it can be taken personally.

5. I hate that it’s not always easy to do.

1. I hate that feeling of not knowing what to say.

Giving feedback can be hard because you want to be sure you’re saying the right thing. You don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings or make them feel bad about themselves, but at the same time, you want to be honest and helpful. It’s a delicate balance, and it’s one that I sometimes struggle with.

2. I hate how awkward it can be.

Feedback can also be awkward because you’re critiquing someone else’s work or behavior. It’s important to remember that feedback is meant to be constructive, but it can still be difficult to hear criticism, even if it is well-intentioned.

3. I hate that it’s often seen as negative.

Another downside to giving feedback is that it’s often seen as negative, even if it’s not intended that way. This is especially true when the feedback is critical. It’s important to remember that feedback is meant to be helpful and not hurtful, but sometimes it can be difficult for the recipient to see it that way. 4. I hate that it can be taken personally.

Another thing I don’t like about giving feedback is that it can often be taken personally by the recipient, even if it isn’t meant that way. This is especially true if the feedback is critical. It’s important to remember that feedback is meant to be helpful and not hurtful, but sometimes it can be difficult for the recipient to see it that way

5. I hate that it’s not always easy to do .

Finally, I wouldn’t say I like the fact that giving feedback isn’t always easy to do. It takes time and effort to do it right, and sometimes it can be difficult to find the right words or tone of voice. But despite all of these things , giving feedback is still important. Feedback helps us grow and learn , and ultimately, become better people. So next time you’re thinking about giving someone some feedback, remember these five things . And try your best to do it anyway . 

Although there are some things I don’t like about giving teachers feedback , I still think it ‘s important. Feedback helps us grow and learn , and ultimately become better people . So next time you’re thinking about giving someone some feedback , remember these five things . And try your best do it anyway.