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Overview of Peer Reviews
Peer Reviews
Description: A process where students assess each other’s work, providing constructive feedback and learning from others' perspectives.
- Strategies to Implement:
- Establish clear criteria and rubrics to guide the review process.
- Use platforms like Turnitin or PeerGrade to facilitate online peer reviews.
- Train students on providing constructive feedback, focusing on positive aspects and areas for improvement.
- Include self-assessment components to encourage self-reflection alongside peer feedback.
- Benefits:
- Develops critical thinking and evaluative skills.
- Encourages collaborative learning and exposes students to diverse perspectives.
- Reduces instructor grading load by involving students in the assessment process.
Examples of Peer Reviews
- Students reviewing each other’s essays or project reports, providing feedback on content, structure, and argumentation.
- Peer assessment of group presentations using standardized evaluation forms.