Welcome to Peerceptiv!
Welcome to Peerceptiv, a powerful third-party tool that allows for more engaging peer review assignments. This quick start guide will provide you with all the information you need to get started with Peerceptiv and make the most of its features. Whether you're a faculty member looking to implement peer review in your courses or a student eager to engage in a collaborative learning experience, Peerceptiv has got you covered!
To begin using Peerceptiv, you'll first need to create an account. Follow these steps to get started:
1. Visit the Peerceptiv website at www.peerceptiv.com.
2. Click on the "Sign Up" button to create a new account.
3. Fill in the required information, including your name, email address, and password.
4. Choose whether you're a faculty member or a student, and provide any additional information as requested.
5. Once you've completed the sign-up process, you'll receive a confirmation email with further instructions.
Once you have your Peerceptiv account set up, you can start creating peer review assignments. Here's how:
1. Log in to your Peerceptiv account using your email address and password.
2. Navigate to the "Assignments" tab on the dashboard.
3. Click on the "Create New Assignment" button to start creating a new peer review assignment.
4. Provide a title and description for your assignment, as well as any specific instructions or guidelines for students.
5. Set the assignment deadline and any other relevant dates.
6. Choose the number of submissions each student will review and the evaluation criteria you want to use.
7. Optionally, you can set up calibration exercises to ensure consistency in student evaluations.
8. Once you're done setting up the assignment, click "Save" or "Publish" to make it available to your students.
Now that you have set up your peer review assignments, it's time to engage with your students in the peer review process. Here are some tips for a successful peer review experience:
1. Communicate clear expectations: Provide your students with clear guidelines on how to provide constructive feedback and evaluate their peers' work. This will help ensure a meaningful and productive peer review process.
2. Foster a collaborative environment: Encourage students to engage in discussions and provide feedback to their peers. Peerceptiv's platform allows for interactive discussions, enabling students to learn from each other and improve their own work.
3. Monitor the progress: Keep an eye on the progress of peer review assignments and provide timely support and feedback to students as needed. Peerceptiv provides real-time analytics and insights to help you track student engagement and performance.
4. Facilitate reflection: Encourage students to reflect on the feedback they receive from their peers and use it to improve their own work. Peerceptiv's platform allows students to respond to the feedback they receive, promoting a reflective learning experience.
Congratulations on completing this quick start guide for Peerceptiv! You now have the tools and knowledge to create engaging peer review assignments and facilitate a collaborative learning environment. Remember to explore Peerceptiv's features and resources to make the most of this powerful tool. Happy teaching and learning with Peerceptiv!