Feedback Skills

Course Overview

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Master the art of effective communication with this comprehensive course on Feedback Skills. Gain essential insights into giving and receiving feedback, ensuring your communication is constructive and impactful. By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools to deliver feedback that inspires growth and fosters collaboration. Begin your journey by learning how to deliver negative feedback constructively, followed by best practices for giving and receiving feedback. Discover the emotional responses involved and how to navigate them effectively. Gain insights into crafting quality feedback and employing techniques that leave a lasting, positive impression on the recipient. Next, explore the principles that underpin great feedback and dive deep into the nuances of constructive feedback. Learn to balance the positive with the critical, ensuring your communication supports personal and professional growth. Conclude with an exploration of feedback mechanisms to monitor progress and enhance performance continuously. This course is ideal for professionals, managers, and leaders looking to elevate their communication skills. No prior experience is required, but a willingness to reflect on communication practices is essential. With a beginner-friendly approach, this course equips you with skills that are practical and immediately applicable.