As a teacher, I am always surprised at the range of interpretations 25 different

pupils can bring to one essay title. This can lead to feelings of frustration as,

despite my best efforts, some of the students do not appear to have understood

the importance, or even grasped key concepts, principles or terminology. In terms

of evaluating my own teaching, this is the most objective, useful and direct

feedback I ever receive from my pupils. It allows me to evaluate and assess what

I have taught effectively and, crucially, the areas that I have not. This, more than

any other type of information or feedback, informs the changes I need to make

to my delivery, subject material, or how I assess pupil learning and progress.