When Performing Gets in the Way of Improving
I encountered the following video in the spring and have been sharing it with faculty and groups with an interest in questions of assessment. I think it lays a useful foundation for discussions on (1) what it takes to master skills and knowledge, (2) the value of lower stakes practice, (3) the necessity of formative feedback for learning, and (4) recognition that moments of “performance” or assessment for grades are also needed.
Additionally, this video supports the thinking behind a core element of the Instructional Skills Workshop—an internationally recognized workshop and certification offered regularly at our Centre. For that workshop, participants practice the facilitation of a 10 minute “mini lesson” so valuable for improving instructional skills. Here’s a link to more information about that workshop.
Happy to discuss the learning zone and the performance zone with Educatus readers!
