Case Study: Power of Peer Assessment at Penn State University

Download this case study to explore how professors across various disciplines at Penn State University are leveraging Kritik’s features, such as Grading Power and Calibration Activities, to implement its 360-degree peer evaluation method effectively.

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• Molly Countermine (Human Development and Family Studies): Uses Kritik to engage 300+ students in book discussions while reducing grading for herself and her TAs.

• Laura Klein (Biobehavioral Health): Enhances critical thinking through calibration activities and real-world problem sets.

• Benjamin Cardenas (Geosciences): Promotes creativity and engagement with Unessay assignments and structured peer review.

• Karen Stylianides (Kinesiology): Uses peer-assessed presentations to boost collaboration and student feedback.

• Amy Garbrick (Learning Design): Integrates Kritik into self and group evaluations to support teamwork and accountability.

• Lynn McDonough (Physical Therapy): Applies peer-reviewed practical exams to develop clinical skills and engagement.

• Eric Hudson (Physics): Turns students into peer tutors using multi-topic assignments and peer evaluation.

• Gina Tarud (Physical Therapy Assistant Program): Leverages video submissions and peer feedback to support hands-on learning and fair assessment.

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Gain insights into how Kritik’s features empower educators to create dynamic, collaborative learning environments tailored to their unique teaching objectives.

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