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Using Peerwise to improve engagement and learning.

Biggins, D., Crowley, E. J., Bolat, E., Dupac, M. and Dogan, H., 2015. Using Peerwise to improve engagement and learning. In: The European Conference on Education, 1--5 July 2015, Brighton, UK, 585 - 602 .

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Abstract

This paper assesses the experiences of Bournemouth University in using the online multiple choice question (MCQ) tool, Peerwise, in student learning and engagement. MCQs are excellent for developing and testing knowledge, providing reassurance and identifying development needs. The creation of MCQs reinforces learning by tasking students to generate challenging questions. Peerwise supports self-direction and flexibility, which is embraced by students. Bournemouth University started embedding Peerwise within teaching units in 2014. The intention was to transform the approach of students towards the non-assessed elements of the unit. Peerwise was used in an undergraduate business unit consisting of 50 students over at 15 week period. 804 questions were created and 3,345 answers were recorded. 10% of the unit marks were allocated to Peerwise use. Qualitative feedback from students was very positive. Correlation analysis showed a very weak relationship, 0.120, between the number of questions answered and the overall unit mark. Self-assessment of the change in learning was statistically significantly better for students who used Peerwise compared to those who did not. Overall, the evaluation of the Peerwise was positive with many lessons learnt. Six recommendations for the further use of Peerwise were developed, including improving the scaffolding to students, refining the way quality is assessed and developing evaluation criteria.

Item Type:Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
ISSN:2188-1162
Uncontrolled Keywords:Peerwise, MCQ, student engagement, gamification, technology-enhanced learning
Group:Professional Services
ID Code:22850
Deposited By: Symplectic RT2
Deposited On:10 Nov 2015 09:27
Last Modified:14 Mar 2022 13:54

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