Research & Subject Guides: Faculty Development for Medical Educators: ATA Feedback Model

Introduction

The Ask-Tell-Ask Feedback method helps students recognize their strengths and areas for improvement while giving preceptors a chance to provide both positive and constructive feedback.

Definition from: PAEA’s Committee on Clinical Education. (n.d.). Ask-tell-ask feedback model. Ask-Tell-Ask Feedback Model. https://paeaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/imported-files/Ask-Tell-Ask-Feedback-Model.pdf

Steps of the Ask Tell Ask (ATA) Model

Steps of the Ask Tell Ask (ATA) Feedback Model
	What to Do	What to Ask/Say
Feedback Agreement	Agree on goals before the clinical encounter.	"What would you like feedback on?"
Ask	Ask for learners self-assessment.	"How do you think that went?"
Tell	Address learner's concerns. Share observations and at least1 thing the learner did effectively. Discuss 1-2 concerns to do differently.	"Your suturing skills were excellent, fluid, and precise without rushing. Going forward I suggest focusing on deliberately visualizing relevant anatomy."
Ask	Create plan for learner's self-improvement.	"What is your plan to review anatomy before the next class?"

Information from: French JC, Colbert CY, Pien LC, et al. Targeted feedback in the milestones era: Utilization of the ask-tell-ask feedback model to promote reflection and self-assessment. J Surg Educ. 2015;72:e274-e279.