Feedback is defined as information that is provided or received regarding aspects of performance or behaviour output. It is used to maintain and promote goal-oriented behaviour.
Feedback is used in many aspects of everyday life such as education and. It is a very important management tool as feedback serves as a guide to achieve better results.
Positives/ Negatives of Feedback:
Positive aspects include:
- Good Motivational Tool
- Constant access (Always Available)
- Can help improve performance levels
- Continued learning tool
- Good for self evaluation
- Can help solving problems
- Creates confidence in ones self
- Promotes engagement
- Reduces uncertainty
- Great communication method
Negative aspects include:
- Harm bond between coach and athlete
- Self esteem levels
- Self doubt ( lose passion for the game)
- lowers performance levels (depending on athlete)
As well as positive and negative aspects of feedback, feedback is a balance of both areas as it provides the user with more accurate results. For example as an athlete, acknowledging the positive and negative aspects of feedback as a tool allows for a better understanding of the whole performance level. One example I can use in my experience that highlights this more is after a swimming race a coach may have feedback for the swimmer which may be negative such as your stroke rate was very high in that last 50 meters, and your reaction time off the block was not quick enough. These kinds of negative feedback loops can help you as an athlete to become a better performer.
Artificial Intelligence and Feedback in Professional Sports 