Teaching article
Peer feedback is more useful when the prototype has a question
Ask reviewers to test a stated criterion rather than rate the maker.
Tell the reviewer what the model is meant to test. An observation about tipping or card fit can then guide a revision, while general approval or popularity remains separate from the evidence of performance.
Give the reviewer a specific question before testing. Feedback becomes more useful when it concerns an agreed purpose rather than general approval.
Give the reviewer a criterion to inspect
'The sign tips when the card is inserted' gives actionable evidence.
Explain the test. Let a partner observe. Record one useful suggestion.
Which suggestion connects to a criterion? Offer spoken feedback.
Popularity is not performance evidence.
Resources
- Paper Bridge Design Challenge — Apply a stated span and test method when comparing the paper prototypes.
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