Do they have an interest in this kind of analysis. I am interested in students who are conscious about making images. For me it is important that students have at least developed a basic way of talking about why it is important to be conscious about making images. In more advanced programs we look at portfolio work looking both for competency in basic skills necessary for the program, and also formal competence and development within the material. We attempt to assess this and help students access these dimensions through a shared critique process.
Students show works in progress to each other.
Students need to learn to value critical feedback as a work is taking shape. This is done in groups because students need to hear a variety of points of view. This is critical because students get so involved with their own work that they can't bring a critical eye to it. I have come to be fairly low key as a teacher. I work cooperatively with people and rely on participation.