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Embedding retrieval practice in undergraduate biochemistry teaching using PeerWise
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Phil Newton ,
Nigel Francis
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education
Swansea University Authors:
Ed Dudley, Owen Bodger , Phil Newton
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DOI (Published version): 10.1002/bmb.21799
Abstract
Retrieval practice is an evidence-based approach to teaching; here, we evaluate the use of PeerWise for embedding retrieval practice into summative assessment. PeerWise allows anonymous authoring, sharing, answering, rating, and feedback on peer-authored multiple choice questions. PeerWise was embed...
| Published in: | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education |
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| ISSN: | 1470-8175 1539-3429 |
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Wiley
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| URI: | https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64950 |
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Retrieval practice is an evidence-based approach to teaching; here, we evaluate the use of PeerWise for embedding retrieval practice into summative assessment. PeerWise allows anonymous authoring, sharing, answering, rating, and feedback on peer-authored multiple choice questions. PeerWise was embedded as a summative assessment in a large first-year introductory biochemistry module. Engagement with five aspects of the tool was evaluated against student performance in coursework, exam, and overall module outcome. Results indicated a weak-to-moderate positive but significant correlation between engagement with PeerWise and assessment performance. Student feedback showed PeerWise had a polarizing effect; the majority recognized the benefits as a learning and revision tool, but a minority strongly disliked it, complaining of a lack of academic moderation and irrelevant questions unrelated to the module. PeerWise can be considered a helpful learning tool for some students and a means of embedding retrieval practice into summative assessment. |
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Collaborative learning, higher education, learning communities, multiple choice questions, PeerWise, retrieval practice |
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Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences |