formative feedback
[FOR-muh-tiv FED-bak]
noun
feedback formativo
1. Evaluative information provided during the learning process to help students identify strengths and areas for improvement, aimed at enhancing future performance rather than assigning grades
The teacher provided formative feedback on the draft essay before the final submission deadline.
A professora forneceu feedback formativo no rascunho do ensaio antes do prazo de entrega final.
2. Ongoing assessment data used to guide instructional decisions and adjust teaching methods in real-time
Formative feedback from the quiz helped the instructor identify which concepts needed reteaching.
O feedback formativo do quiz ajudou o instrutor a identificar quais conceitos precisavam ser retomados.
In both Brazilian and American educational contexts, formative feedback has become increasingly central to pedagogical practice, reflecting a shift from traditional grades-only assessment toward student-centered learning. This term is widely used in higher education, K-12 settings, and professional development programs across both countries.
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