Discussion 1

While Caffarella and Barnett (2000) indicate that critique is the most  influential element in helping learners produce a better writing  product, critique can be an emotional event. Cameron, Nairn, and Higgins  (2009) note that it proved helpful in their workshops to discuss the  emotions that emerged as students prepared to give and receive feedback.  What is the role of critique in the development of a researcher and  scholar? In what ways can it positively contribute to a learner’s  academic success? In what ways can it have a negative effect? 

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