The Education Table with Katie Novak, EdD

How to Provide Action-Oriented Feedback to Learners: Effective Feedback Strategies for Teachers


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Feedback should never be a one-way street. In this episode of The Education Table Podcast, we’re diving into feedback—what it is, why it matters, and how to do it well. Katie Novak shares a personal story highlighting the pitfalls of unchecked praise and breaks down three types of research-backed feedback. Novak provides concrete strategies for delivering effective feedback, including being specific, ensuring two-way communication, and aligning feedback with clear goals.

Whether you're a teacher looking to support student growth, an administrator or instructional leader aiming to guide your staff, or someone wanting to improve everyday communication, this episode will equip you with essential skills to make feedback more meaningful, impactful, and efficient—in both your professional and personal life.


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  • Key Moments:

    • 00:00 The Importance of Feedback in Education
    • 02:33 The Three Types of Feedback: Evaluation, Praise, and Coaching
    • 05:45 Strategies for Action-Oriented Feedback
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