Mastering Effective Feedback in Presentations
Mastering Effective Feedback in Presentations
Speed dating
You will have 2 mins with everyone, name one positive thing about them, and one thing you would like them to help you with
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What do you already know about giving feedback on presentations? Any techniques, any examples, anything you can think off!
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to give clear, constructive feedback on spoken presentations, both verbally and in writing, using accurate grammar and punctuation.
You'll be able to deliver a short presentation to a partner
Use specific techniques to plan feedback
Starter: Sorting Feedback Types
Decide which feedback examples are helpful and which are not. Discuss why clarity and detail matter.
Good feedback
Bad feedback.
Enter your question here
Good vs. Bad Feedback
"You need to improve your speaking" (bad)-generic- not specific
"Good eye contact, but try slowing your pace" (good)- specific- Goes into more detail
What makes feedback effective?
How to Give Constructive Feedback Recap- Hint make notes of these 4 different techniques
WWW/EBI
What Went Well (WWW): Highlight positive aspects of the presentation.
Even Better If (EBI): Suggest one or two specific improvements.
Why use it? Simple, balanced, and encourages constructive feedback.
How to Give Constructive Feedback
AOI (Areas of Improvement)
Focuses on identifying specific points that need improvement.
Example: “Your pace was good, but your eye contact could improve.”
Why use it? Direct and practical for learners who need clear targets.
How to Give Constructive Feedback
Feedback Sandwich(SH*T Sandwich)
Structure: Positive → Improvement → Positive
Example: “Your introduction was strong. Try slowing down your pace. Overall, great confidence.”
Why use it? Softens criticism and maintains learner confidence.
How to Give Constructive Feedback
Two Stars and a Wish
Two Stars: Two positive comments.
One Wish: One suggestion for improvement.
Example: “Great tone and clear structure. I wish you added more examples.”
Why use it? Keeps feedback positive and motivating.
Making Poor Feedback Better
Rewrite the following vague feedback off a presentation on ducks to turn it into good feedback using one of those techniques
It was alright, You looked away loads, it did make sense sometimes.
It was alright, You looked away loads, it did make sense sometimes
Out-of-Classroom Activity: Walking Presentation
Plan and deliver a short 'walking' presentation in pairs. Take turns presenting and noting strengths and improvements for your partner.
· Allow 10 mins for planning (bullet points).
· Pairs give short ‘walking presentations’ as if advertising IP City Centre.
· Partner takes notes on delivery, clarity, and confidence.
· Then swap over
Planning Your Presentation
Use bullet points to note your route and key points. Spend 10 minutes preparing your presentation.
Giving Verbal Feedback
Have 5-10 mins using your notes to come up with some construtive feedback, one of the techniques from before.
Writing Structured Feedback
Now write down your feedback using full sentences. Apply the WWW/EBI or Feedback Sandwich models.
Success Criteria
- Give detailed feedback. - Include evidence from the presentation.
- Use correct punctuation and full sentences. - Give clear feedback with some detail.
Level 1 & Entry
Level 2
Watch and Respond: Video Presentation
Watch a short clip. Complete a worksheet covering content, delivery, body language, and organisation. Use structured feedback.
https://youtu.be/BHY0FxzoKZE?si=XcLTNqCJv2QcRyPI
Discussing Feedback in Groups
Share your written feedback. Answer: What went well? What could be better? What evidence supports your comments?
Plenary: Reflection
Reflect: One thing I learned about giving feedback is... I now feel more confident because... Next time I would improve my feedback by...
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.