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Using Student Peer Review

Planning for Peer Review Sessions

Think about logistics

Specify tasks for the peer review

Model how to use the workshop sheet or criteria list before peer review

Consider sequencing the peer-review tasks in multiple workshops

Provide adequate time for students to conduct thorough peer review of drafts

Helping Students Make Effective Comments

Model effective commenting

Build in incentives for helpful comments

Helping Students Handle Divergent Advice

Resource: Sample workshop sheets

Argument Assignment

Argument Portfolio

Intermediate Composition

Intermediate Composition

Introductory Composition

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Planning for Peer Review Sessions

Peer review is excellent way to enhance your students' writing experience. Below are some ways to make the most out of a peer review session:

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