Deliverable
Testing Feedback Protocol
Effective Communication
Collaboration
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
MA:Pr4.1.iii
Community Partners
Critique and Revision
Submission Required
Plan and run a listener testing session with a real audience (your partner and community collaborators). Produce a testing protocol, collect and synthesize user feedback, and document revision decisions with clear rationale to guide your next iteration.
Plan day
Day 13
Duration
75 min
Grouping
Pair
Steps
7 steps
Lesson plan
7 steps · 75 min| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Group introduction and setup for the listener testing session. (20 min) |
| 2 | Presentation of music compositions to the audience. (30 min) |
| 3 | Facilitator-led discussion to gather feedback from Mark Poole and Grey Cate. (20 min) |
| 4 | Individual reflection on feedback received, and document initial thoughts for revisions. (25 min) |
| 5 | Collaborative planning session with your partner to decide on specific revisions based on feedback. (25 min) |
| 6 | Documentation of revision decisions with rationale for each change. (40 min) |
| 7 | Wrap-up, summarizing key insights and preparing for the next iteration of music production. (10 min) |
Preparation (1 item)
- Set up the audio equipment and space for optimal listening, ensuring Ableton Live is ready and compositions are queued for presentation.
Student-facing instructions
You will present your music compositions to Mark Poole, Grey Cate, and any other available community collaborators. Prepare to explain the genre-blending techniques used in your compositions. Gather and document feedback using provided forms or note-taking tools. After receiving feedback, reflect individually on what was shared, focusing on potential revisions. Collaborate with your partner to decide on specific changes while maintaining artistic fidelity. Document your revision decisions with clear rationale. Use this session to prepare for further refinement ahead of the exhibition.