How students receive feedback on their work

By megzzbp

  • 1950s-1980s: Oral and Handwritten Feedback On Completed Assignments

    Face to face instruction and paper assignments. Feedback was delivered mainly through verbal communication or handwritten notes. While individualized, it was time-consuming to provide and difficult for students to access after the fact.

  • 1990s: Typed Instructor Feedback With Printed Rubrics

    Word processors and printers.
    The use of typed feedback and rubrics enhanced clarity and made teacher expectations more transparent to students.

  • Early 2000s: Learning Management Systems (LMS)

    Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard.
    Feedback became centralized and accessible online, giving students ongoing access to both comments and grades.

  • 2010s: Multimedia and Real-Time Feedback

    Google Docs comments, audio/video feedback tools (Kaizena, Flipgrid).
    Feedback became more interactive and immediate, supporting revision and continuous learning rather than only final evaluation.

  • 2020s-Present: AI Supported Feedback

    Automated feedback and AI tools.
    Instant formative feedback increases efficiency for students but introduces concerns related to accuracy, bias, and appropriate use.