Feedback Criticism

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Course Title: Effective Workplace Feedback and Criticism

Course Description:

This course is designed to equip participants with the skills needed to give and receive feedback effectively in a workplace setting. Emphasizing constructive criticism and positive reinforcement, this course will foster a culture of open communication and continuous improvement.

Course Objectives: From the video….

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of feedback in the workplace.
2. Differentiate between constructive and destructive criticism.
3. Employ techniques for giving and receiving feedback.
4. Develop a feedback culture within their teams.
5. Practice self-reflection and improve their own performance through feedback.

Course Content:

Module 1: Introduction to Workplace Feedback

• Definition and importance of feedback
• Types of feedback: Positive vs. Negative
• The role of feedback in personal and professional development

Module 2: Constructive Criticism

• Characteristics of constructive feedback
• How to frame criticism positively
• The feedback sandwich method (Positive-Negative-Positive)

Activities:
Write: A effective way to deliver feedback
Role-play: A scenario delivering feedback to a new employee or co-worker

Module 3: Giving Feedback

• Techniques for delivering feedback effectively
  • Timing and environment
  • Being specific and actionable
  • Maintaining empathy and respect

Activities:
* Role-play scenarios for practice

Module 4: Receiving Feedback

• Techniques for receiving feedback gracefully
  • Active listening and open-mindedness
  • Asking clarifying questions
  • Managing emotional reactions
• Self-reflection and growth from feedback

Activities:
* Write three feedback questions for a workplace issue
* Role-play a feedback sharing scenario with a difficult employee

Module 5: Creating a Feedback Culture

• Importance of a feedback-rich environment
• Encouraging peer feedback
• Leadership’s role in fostering feedback

Activities:
* Write a plan to effectively share feedback that inspires individuals
* Write a paragraph explaining the importance of constructive feedback

Module 6: Practical Application

• Case studies of effective feedback in the workplace
• Group discussions on real-life experiences
• Developing an action plan for implementing feedback strategies in your workplace

Assessment:

Participants will be assessed through a combination of the following:

1. Participation (20%)
   • Active involvement in discussions, role-plays, and group activities.
2. Feedback Exercise (30%)
   • Participants will prepare a written feedback scenario based on a case study provided and present it to the group for critique.
3. Self-Reflection Journal (20%)
   • Maintain a journal documenting instances of giving and receiving feedback over a month, reflecting on the experiences and lessons learned.
4. Final Project (30%)
   • Develop a feedback implementation plan for their team or organization, outlining strategies to enhance feedback practices. This should include specific actions, timelines, and expected outcomes.

Course Duration:

Target Audience:

• Employees at all levels seeking to improve their feedback skills, managers wanting to foster a positive feedback culture, and teams looking to enhance their collaborative efforts.

This course outline provides a comprehensive framework for fostering effective communication in the workplace, emphasizing both giving and receiving feedback constructively.

This course outline provides a comprehensive framework for fostering effective communication in the workplace, emphasizing both giving and receiving feedback constructively.