Student Reflection = Teacher Feedback
I truly believe if you ever want to really know how you are doing, ask your students! Kids are honest and if you ever want to do something better you need honest feedback. Plus, your students are with you all day long so their perspective is the most important as well as accurate.
I found a pre-made survey online from Worksheet Place, called “End of Year Letter to Teacher” that I wanted students to fill out. I left the room and allowed my assistant to give students the survey.
There have been times in years past where the feedback was hard to read but helped me grow as a teacher. This year, these kiddos really doused me with love. It reminds me that hard work pays off, especially if you are willing to put in the effort and time!
Their Cute and Honest Responses:
I really liked the way you taught…
The part I’ll miss most about this class is…
3 things I would tell students coming in to your class next year would be…
If I could change anything about this past year in your class, it would be…
A combo of questions…
Like I said, it is not always this sweet and endearing. However, their responses mean a lot to me because it took many tries before I found the “Sweet Spot” for firm yet loving classroom management. It seems I might have stumbled upon the secret recipe this year!
This experience helped me create my own reflection for next year’s students. Check it out here.
Have you asked your students for feedback about your teaching performance? If so, what did you learn to do better?
About the author, Gretchen
I am a teacher trainer and coach. Working elbow to elbow with teachers and teacher leaders to ensure instructional proficiency and student achievement soar lights me up. We have a real need in our nation for strong educators to remain in the field. My blog, book, podcast, courses and instructional materials are geared towards empowering teachers (and those that lead them) to receive the support needed to grow and thrive today, tomorrow and always.
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