Peer Assessment in Writing

The video discusses the value of peer assessment in writing, especially during times when students work independently from home. It highlights the challenges students face, such as lack of confidence, and provides strategies to support them. The video emphasizes setting clear criteria, giving positive feedback, and identifying areas for improvement. It suggests practicing with examples to enhance understanding and application of peer assessment techniques.

What is the main focus of today's video tip?

• The history of Cambridge English

• How to write essays

• The value of peer assessment for writing

• The importance of grammar in writing

Why is peer assessment particularly important during remote learning?

• It helps students learn new languages

• It encourages learners to support each other

• It improves handwriting

• It reduces the need for teachers

What is the benefit of peer assessment for students?

• It helps them learn from each other

• It improves their handwriting

• It reduces their workload

• It makes them write faster

What is a common challenge students face in peer assessment?

• Lack of interest in writing

• Difficulty in understanding the topic

• Lack of courage or confidence to give feedback

• Too much homework

What is the first step in supporting students in peer assessment?

• Assigning more homework

• Giving them a list of vocabulary

• Setting very clear criteria

• Providing a dictionary

What should students check in their partner's writing?

• The use of metaphors

• The length of the essay

• The number of paragraphs

• Whether the question is answered

What is the purpose of setting clear criteria in peer assessment?

• To limit creativity

• To focus on one aspect at a time

• To make the task harder

• To increase the word count

How many positive points should students find in their partner's work?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

Which phrase can help students give positive feedback?

• This is incorrect because...

• I really liked the way you...

• I didn't like the way you...

• You should have...

Why is it important to give students phrases for feedback?

• To make them write longer essays

• To help them give positive feedback

• To improve their vocabulary

• To confuse them