The feedback as the key to a formative evaluation in clinical teaching. the necessary, the real, the possible

Abstract

Formative feedback is considered an important tool of formative evaluation, that allows the teacher to provide information to the students about their performance, in order to highlight their strengths, identify weaknesses and plan how to overcome them. The way in which this is carried out is fundamental and has a direct impact on the outcome of the process. We sought to evaluate the perceptions and ideas on the training feedback loop, based on the autobiographical report of a Senior Faculty whose core activities are directed towards the teaching of Medical Residents and Dermatology trainees. The analysis of past experiences in light of knowledge constructed while becoming a Teacher shows the crucial need and interrelationship of teaching and timely feedback. The latter provide much needed tools for Students during their learning process.