Essential Peer Assessment in action

Peer Assessment

These screens collectively provide a comprehensive approach to peer assessment, covering positive feedback, constructive criticism, questioning techniques, evaluation of understanding, and goal achievement. This ensures students not only learn to give and receive feedback but also develop critical thinking and self-assessment skills.

1. Constructive Feedback (Peer Assessment screens 1 and 2)

Screens: “What I really liked about your work was…” and “The reason I liked this part was…”

These screens guide students on how to give positive feedback. Learning to identify and articulate what is good about a peer’s work helps in building a supportive and constructive peer assessment environment.

1. Critical Feedback (Peer Assessment screens 3 and 4)

Screens: “I think this part could be improved…” and “Maybe you should think about…?”

These screens teach students how to provide constructive criticism, which is crucial for the peer assessment process. This helps peers improve their work without feeling discouraged.

1. Questioning Technique: (Peer Assessment screen 5)

Screen: “Why did you decide to…?”

Encouraging students to ask this question fosters critical thinking and deeper understanding. It also prompts peers to reflect on their choices and consider alternative approaches.

1. Evaluation of Understanding: (Peer Assessment screens 6 and 7)

Screens: “I understood most of your ideas but I didn’t understand…” and “Your ideas were easy to understand because…”

These screens focus on comprehension and clarity of communication. They help students evaluate how well they are conveying their ideas and identify areas where their communication might be lacking.

1. Goal Achievement Assessment: (Peer Assessment screen 8)

Screen: “I thought you met the goal for this task because…”

This part helps students focus on the objectives of the assignment and understand if they have achieved the task’s goals. It also opens up opportunities for peers to offer help in meeting these goals.