Recorded training sessions for peerScholar
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Grading in peerScholar (faculty or support staff focus)
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July 25, 2024 (passcode 2KT?XCKd)
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Training with a pedagogical focus (why use peerScholar, what can it do)
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March 27, 2024 (passcode 5pb9$*bV )
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Training for support staff (technical focus)
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April 29, 2024 session (passcode a74Ykr$e )
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About this tool
peerScholar is a modern, easy to use tool for peer review (e.g. feedback about a draft submission) or group evaluation (e.g. group members evaluating contributions to group work) that can be used across a wide range of pedagogical contexts.
Features and functionality
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Individual, group, and case study assignments are possible
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Create, assess, and reflect throughout project stages
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Submission start, due, late, and release dates
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Assignment and distribution of submissions to peer-reviewers (anonymously if desired) and/or instructors
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Accepting and tracking of submission versions
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Allows for self-assessment
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Allows for LEARN group synchronization for group assignments
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Allows group members to evaluate each other’s performance
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Customizable grading forms, including rubrics, multiple choice, star ratings, points, and Likert scales
Tool guide
Cost | No cost |
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Recommended class size | Unlimited |
LEARN integrations |
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Known limitations | N/A |
Level of support | Centrally licensed and managed; tech and admin support provided by LEARNHelp |
Privacy & Security |
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Get started
- What is the peerScholar tool? (YouTube)
Additional resources
- Using Student Peer Review in any Class (CTE Teaching Tips)
- Methods for Assessing Group work (CTE Teaching Tips)
- peerScholar user guides, training videos, and main support page (peerScholar site)
- peerScholar support articles (IST Knowledge Base)
Campus support
Contact the LEARN help Service Desk
- Jira Help Portal form
- learnhelp@uwaterloo.ca
- 519-888-4567 ext. 41744
Effective use of peerScholar
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Contact your CTE Liaison for support about peer review, group assessment, case studies or effective use of peerScholar.
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For fully online courses administered by the Centre for Extended Learning (CEL), contact CEL.
Training
Check the EdTech Hub Training page for all upcoming EdTech training opportunities.