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Evaluation of a formative peer assessment in research methods teaching using an online platform: A mixed methods
A De Brún1, L Rogers1, A Drury2
1UCD Centre for Interdisciplinary Research, Education, and Innovation in Health Systems (UCD IRIS), School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland; School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.
Nurse Education Today
|October 16, 2021
Summary
Formative online peer assessment in nursing and midwifery education enhanced student satisfaction and confidence in providing feedback. This approach proved valuable for research methods training and critical skills development.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Higher Education Pedagogy
- Health Professions Education
Background:
- Calls for shifting from traditional summative assessments to alternative methods in higher education.
- Peer assessment advocated as a formative tool to boost student engagement and learning responsibility.
- Evidence suggests peer feedback value, but context-specific implementation is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate formative online peer assessment in a nursing and midwifery research methods module.
- Explore student expectations, experiences, and acceptability of online peer assessment.
- Assess the impact of peer assessment on critical skills development.
Main Methods:
- Quantitative descriptive study conducted in Ireland.
- Online survey used to gather student expectations and experiences with peer assessment.
- Non-parametric tests and qualitative content analysis used to analyze data.
Main Results:
- High initial apprehension among students regarding peer assessment (95% new experience).
- Increased satisfaction and belief in their appraisal skills after receiving instruction and support.
- Significant positive changes in perceptions of peer assessment over time.
Conclusions:
- Nursing and midwifery students found online peer assessment a valuable learning experience.
- Peer assessment contributed to research methods training and critical skills development.
- The study supports the integration of formative online peer assessment in specialized higher education programs.
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