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'Feedback' written on a chalkboard. Source: Max Pixel My take away from the article, Preschoolers and Praise , is that the power of yet is crucial in giving children hope that they will succeed. Also, preschoolers need to have meaningful praise with a reason why one is praising then, rather than a generic praise. That way they know the reason for the praise and can learn from it. This article also emphasizes the growth mindset model, which is very important for children From the article Be a Mirror , I learned that a fixed mindset bars the progress of children and prevents them from putting in extra effort to make themselves better. The role of a "mirror" is to give feedback to show students what they are doing and what results from their efforts. This role does not judge and is a means to reflect back on progress. Most of the time I feel confident giving feedback to others because I know it is to help make their work and efforts a better version of itself. W...

Feedback is valuable information that helps us get better. Source: Public Domain Pictures From the article 5 Tips For Taking Feedback Like a Champ , I learned that it is normal to feel awkward or a little bit uncomfortable when receiving feedback from others. We may feel embarrassed or hurt that the reader had to make comments on work we think is perfect. Another think that I learned is that when people comment and give feedback, it means that we have growing room to improve our work, thus making it better each time. In every case, there is always room for improvement, even if it is the most minute details. From the Eight things students should do when they make a mistake  article, I learned that being wrong or getting things incorrect is normal and it is okay to make mistakes. It is important to find a support system, like family or friends, who can give feedback and and one won't feel as criticized because it is coming from people who are close to that person. Another thin...