When should instructors provide feedback to participants during a skill session?

Providing feedback throughout the skill practice is essential for effective learning and skill development. By giving real-time feedback, instructors can correct mistakes and reinforce proper techniques while participants are actively engaged in the skill session. This immediate feedback helps learners make adjustments on the spot, facilitating a deeper understanding and fostering confidence as they practice.

In contrast, waiting until the end of the session to provide feedback limits the opportunity for immediate corrections, potentially allowing participants to reinforce incorrect techniques. Offering feedback only before the session begins is insufficient, as it does not address the specific challenges that might arise during practice. Providing feedback only after the session has finished also misses the immediate opportunity to enhance learning and skill acquisition in the moment. Thus, continuous feedback during skill practice supports a more engaging and effective learning environment.