Affirmative and corrective feedback during instruction is essential for students to master the skills to reach their academic and functional learning goals. Affirmative and corrective feedback should be goal-directed and delivered positively to students as they practice needed skills. The feedback should name the specific behavior and should be delivered in a developmentally appropriate manner. Affirmative feedback assures students of their answers and provides one more opportunity for practice. Corrective feedback informs students of their mistakes and provides them with the opportunity for perfect practice.
