Nov 19, 2020 20:00:00

How to efficiently learn from criticism?

In modern times, it is possible to easily publish personal works via the Internet, but such publications are accompanied by 'criticism.'

AIGA of the Association of Professional Designers explains the ' techniques that receive criticism ' that are important when receiving criticism.

How to Survive a Critique: A Guide to Giving and Receiving Feedback
https://www.aiga.org/how-to-survive-a-critique

Since design is an initiative that cannot be measured by measures such as numerical values, criticism by faculty members and students called 'comment' is emphasized in the field of design teaching. AIGA explains the important points that can be learned from the criticisms conducted in the design classroom when receiving criticism.

◆ 1: If you neglect to prepare in advance, apologize obediently
In general, teachers and students often feel bad about people who are not well prepared. Exceptionally, some teachers say, 'This will end the lesson sooner!', But such teachers are not teachers who want to develop relationships as good leaders. AIGA says, 'Even if you don't have a work, it's best to go to the critique, share your feedback, listen and listen, and learn from others.'

AIGA recommends that you apologize obediently without elaborate excuses if you are not prepared. AIGA encourages you to apologize to the other person so that you don't cry or be scared, admit your fault, and switch your mind to focus on someone else's work.

◆ 2: Prepare to explain your work
Design is usually 'understood by looking', so when the criticism time begins, the critics should have some opinions, but sometimes the classroom is completely silent. There is. If everyone is silent, AIGA should explain 'what they were thinking at the time of creation', saying that the work in question was either 'I don't understand at all' or 'it's too bad'. I recommended it.

According to AIGA, if you explain what you were thinking at the time of creation, the story will spread to whether the concept of the work is well expressed. In addition, if the result is too bad, the criticism will end immediately, so there seems to be no problem.

◆ 3: Encourage severe criticism
AIGA points out that most students tend to be discouraged and refrain from giving negative opinions in these criticism classes. If you really think about your own interests, 'What is the worst part of my work?' 'What do you think is the reason for it?' 'How do you think it can be improved?' It is important to guide critics with questions such as '' and encourage them to give harsh opinions.

◆ 4: Listen firmly
It's painful for everyone to hear negative opinions, but AIGA's opinion is that the most important thing when criticized is to 'listen.' It is important for a better work to listen to opinions different from one's own and understand 'why others react in that way'.

AIGA recommends holding back as it seems to justify you if you give a defensive response during criticism. If necessary, I recommend that you relieve stress by sticking a needle into the

cursed doll after returning home.

◆ 5: Don't assume that criticism of your work is criticism of yourself
It is important not to consider such criticisms as 'individual criticisms', especially when there are many negative criticisms. 'There are some mean people, but teachers and students are usually just trying to help,' AIGA said. 'But the reality is not always so.'

◆ 6: Take notes
According to AIGA, it is important to get into the habit of writing down the criticisms you receive. In addition to the criticisms coming out one after another, it is easy to forget the ideas that I learned during class. AIGA also commented that 'teachers prefer people who can write down their criticisms.'

◆ 7: Decide which criticism to adopt
When multiple people are in charge of criticism, it is possible that some people may give the opposite opinion, 'this part should be made larger' or 'no, it should be made smaller'. AIGA pointed out that it is important to 'think about the reasons for the contradictory criticisms' in such cases. We urge you to take these reasons into consideration before incorporating your opinions.

AIGA also touched on 'criticism techniques' for teachers, 'avoiding being scared by incorporating humor and showing positive attitudes' and 'after giving constructive opinions first.' Put in a negative opinion and end up with a constructive opinion. ”“ If you feel that it is not good, think about whether the cause is due to a specific element or how to combine the elements. He said that the points such as 'tell from' and 'give concrete examples' should be emphasized.