Feedback in the Digital Age: Empowering Teacher Educators With Tech Tools

Timely, targeted feedback is essential for preparing preservice physical education teachers to excel in K–12 classrooms. This interactive session equips university faculty, program coordinators, and administrators with technology-powered tools to deliver feedback that is immediate, specific, and actionable. Explore bug-in-ear systems for real-time coaching during teaching episodes, touch-to-grade rubric apps that streamline assessment and clarify expectations, and peer feedback platforms that encourage reflective practice. Grounded in evidence-based frameworks such as Hattie’s Visible Learning and the formative assessment cycle, participants will experience demonstrations, discuss implementation strategies, and review real-world examples from PETE programs. These tools enhance instructional quality, foster professional growth, and build preservice teachers’ readiness to meet the diverse needs of K–12 students. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to integrate tech-enabled feedback into coursework, supervision, and field experiences, ultimately strengthening the effectiveness and confidence of future physical educators.