Section 2: Basic Principles

Be present and approachable
Remember that each student not only has their own learning style, but also a communication style
Allow time for students to speak and give more information about their thought process
Avoid jumping to conclusions
When providing constructive feedback, delivery should be done in such a way that it is clear that the preceptor cares about their success, and concrete steps are given towards improvement
Input should be solicited by the student in response to the constructive feedback such that they are jointly helping to shape their improvement plan as needed
Ensure a respectful learning environment
Be ready to present examples to back up your feedback
Start a feedback discussion with asking the student to assess their own performance
End with an action plan for next steps