AP1C-9
Feedback and Peer Editing
When we write to communicate ideas to others, we often ask for feedback to make sure our
writing is clear and says what we want it to say. In college classes and in the workplace, you
may be asked to review writing and give feedback while working in a group. You may have to
do this in speaking or in writing. Giving feedback about writing is an important communication
skill. In academic and workplace settings, you are expected to give suggestions and criticism
using polite, helpful language.
There are three kinds of feedback for writing. You can comment on the content, the
organization, or the mechanics. When you suggest changes to the ideas and information, you
are giving feedback about content. When you suggest changes to the overall format or
paragraph structure, you are giving feedback about organization. When you make suggestions
about spelling, grammar or punctuation, you are giving feedback about mechanics.
Language Suggestions for Oral Feedback:
Encouraging
These are the things I liked about your writing ______________.
Asking questions
This is what I read__________. Is this what you mean?
What did you mean by __________?
I don’t really understand _______.
Making Suggestions
Polite
I think it might be a good idea to ________.
Have you ever thought of _____?
If I were you, I’d ______.
Direct
You’d better _____.
Make sure you _____.
Assignment:
1. Read your partner’s writing and complete the feedback form.
2. Meet with your partner and talk about the strengths and weaknesses in his or her
writing.
3. Turn in your completed feedback form.
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