Critique and Evaluation Flashcards

According to FAA guidance, what is the PRIMARY purpose of a critique?

Answer: To improve the student's future performance

The primary purpose of a critique is to improve future performance, distinguishing it from a formal evaluation that measures achievement against a standard.

When is the BEST time to conduct a critique of a student's performance?

Answer: Immediately after the performance while details are fresh

A critique is most effective immediately after the performance, when both instructor and student can clearly recall specific details.

Which characteristic is MOST essential for a critique to be effective?

Answer: It must be objective and based on observed facts

An effective critique must be objective, grounded in directly observed performance rather than personal feelings, assumptions, or bias.

What does it mean for a critique to be 'comprehensive'?

Answer: It addresses all significant aspects of performance in proper proportion

A comprehensive critique covers all significant aspects of performance proportionally, without dwelling excessively on minor points at the expense of major ones.

Which type of critique has the student evaluating their OWN performance?

Answer: Self-critique

A self-critique involves the student assessing their own performance, which develops self-evaluation skills and personal accountability.

What is the KEY advantage of a written critique over an oral critique?

Answer: The student can refer back to the feedback at any time

A written critique allows the student to review the instructor's comments later, reinforcing the learning beyond the immediate session.

A student becomes defensive during a critique. What is the BEST instructor response?

Answer: Remain calm, stay focused on observed performance, and avoid personal judgments

When a student becomes defensive, the instructor should remain calm, focus on observable performance facts, and avoid anything that could be interpreted as a personal attack.