Case Study: Building Assessment Literacy Through Scaffolded Peer Review:: Transforming First-Year Lab Reports into a Deeper Learning Opportunity

Abstract

This case study examines an innovative approach to first-year lab report assessment that addresses the dual challenges of developing assessment literacy and managing large cohort marking loads. Dr. Gemma Miller has developed a sophisticated scaffolded peer review system in a Level 4 Exercise Physiology module that transforms traditional lab report submissions into multi-stage learning experiences. Through a carefully designed sequence of activities including calibration exercises, structured peer review sessions, and reflective writing, students develop critical evaluation skills while developing meaningful feedback on their own work. The approach demonstrates how traditional assessment challenges can be transformed into powerful learning opportunities.