Here’s Ron Berger in different settings talking about how critique and multiple drafts are key to our students creating beautiful pieces of work.

Ron with a primary class talking about Austin’s Butterfly:

Critique and Feedback: The Story of Austin’s Butterfly from Expeditionary Learning on Vimeo.

Building Excellence in Student Work Through Critique and Revision

This six-minute video has been transformational for teachers and students K-12 in giving a clear picture of how student work can improve through focused critique. It shows the evolution of a scientific illustration of a butterfly through multiple drafts toward a high-quality final product.

Ron talking in general about critique and multiple drafts at High Tech High: