Higher Education

Using Feedback to Enhance Student-Teacher Reflection & Engagement

A webinar featuring Dr. Debra Lively from Saginaw Valley State University

Research shows that engaging students in the learning process leads to deeper thinking and problem-solving. 

Check out this recorded webinar to discover new techniques for empowering teacher candidates to think critically and engage more deeply in their own learning, through self-reflection and feedback. 

In this free recorded webinar, you’ll learn about: 

  • Providing feedback that enhances teacher candidate engagement and reflection
  • Incorporating Thinking Routines as part of your feedback
  • Asking the right questions to spark engagement among teacher candidates

Debra Lively, Ph.D.

Dr. Lively is a Professor and Department Chair of the Teacher Education Program at Saginaw Valley State University in Saginaw, Michigan. Her areas of expertise include early childhood and special education. She received her undergraduate degree in Deaf- Blind Education at Michigan State University (MSU). She later earned a Master’s Degree in Elementary Classroom Teaching with additional hours in Educational Administration and Deaf Education. She subsequently received a Ph.D. in Special Education with a cognate in Educational Administration from MSU. Before becoming employed by Saginaw Valley State University, Dr. Lively spent 29 years in public education.