Blog 11

I would like to address the topic of comments that aren't negative or misinterpret-able ('what different kinds of comments to teachers write that don't require students to revise their work, and what are the functions of those comments?')

Comments that don't require students to revise are the comments that provide positive feedback. These types of comments tell the student what they have done correctly. Comments like this set an example for students and helps them establish what style of writing works best for them and encourages students to continue writing in that style. It also shows students that teachers are actually taking time to look at their work. These comments also remind students that, while revision may be needed, they are not doing poorly. Revision is often viewed as being synonymous with failure. This is why too many negative comments from teachers end up discouraging students from trying. A positive comment acts as a reward or a compliment, showing the student that they are not failing to accomplish their goal.It also  establishes a certain tone from the teacher that conveys something other than criticism. When a teacher expresses a liking to something a student has written, it makes them feel good (I can speak from experience) and makes them feel more confident about their writing. Positive reinforcement shows that a student's efforts are not going unnoticed.

Codes relating to this type of feedback would, in my opinion, include key words like "good", "nice", "excellent", etc. I believe this to be coding because it breaks down the essay into smaller components and accent what is being done correctly. These types of comments are like hints that help point the student in the direction they need to take their essay in.

Categories for positive feedback include phases like "this is well written", "i like this", "good focus", "well done" and any other comments that go into detail about what is working in the essay (generally that paragraph/overview/summary at the end of an essay). I believe phrases like these to be categories because they make use of the coding (key words) and develop them into fuller thoughts. Positive phrases build off of code/key words to produce a more personalized reaction from the teacher.

Patterns include repetitive enforcement.