The Muddiest Point is not only quick, simple, and easy to administer it also requires very little preparation. This is one of the few CATs you can successfully usc on the spur of the moment. For students who are hesitant to ask questions in class. this technique is a safe alternative. For students who arc lost, it can be a"lifeline This technique can give the instructor a"snapshot" diagnosis of what students are finding difficult to learn. As a result, the teacher n focus subsequent lessons and assignments much more accurately and effectively This technique enables teachers to see the material through their students' eyes and reminds them of the range of intellectual and perceptual diversity present in each classroom If students are regularly asked to identify the"muddiest point," the tend to pay more attention to how well they are understanding the relevant session or assignment because they expect to be asked about it. This expectancy can lead, on the simplest level. to more care in listening and studying. Because of the nature of the question however, this technique also promotes introspection and self assessment This is a simple technique that students can easily internalize, making self-assessment a regular part of their own classroom and stud routines. Students can learn to habitually ask themsleves, "What was whether or not other instructors as the muddiest point in them for such feedback