On Giving and Receiving Feedback

Giving Feedback

• Try to understand creators' intentions
• Start with the positive
• Communicate what you saw and heard
• Identify problems; don't give solutions
• Be specific, direct and courteous
• Wait your turn, give others the floor
  

Receiving Feedback

• Come prepared, bring legible materials
  
• Briefly give context for the scene/song
  
• Communicate the type of feedback you want
  
• Listen actively but quietly
  
• Use feedback time to get feedback; don't refute or defend
• Take notes to review later
• Ask for clarification if needed; ask if others agree with feedback