selfreview

Self-review is a process in which individuals assess their own performance, learning, or output against defined criteria or standards. It often includes reflection, collection of evidence, and a candid evaluation of strengths and gaps.

In education, self-review (or self-assessment) helps students monitor progress and take ownership of learning. In the workplace, self-appraisals document accomplishments and support performance conversations. In research or writing, a self-review can involve critical appraisal of methods and results before submission.

A typical self-review follows a simple framework: state criteria, gather evidence (work samples, metrics, feedback), reflect on performance, rate progress, and plan development. Tools such as rubrics, checklists, and reflective journals are commonly used.

Benefits include greater accountability, self-awareness of strengths and gaps, and alignment with feedback. Challenges include potential bias, misjudgment of performance, and the time required to assemble evidence.

Best practices emphasize structure, honesty, and relevance: use clear rubrics, gather external feedback to calibrate judgments, set SMART goals, and schedule regular updates. Self-review should complement external reviews and be integrated into a broader assessment framework rather than replace them.