Case Study: Wright State University achieves authentic student discussions and stronger peer feedback with Kritik

How Peer Evaluation Can Generate Authentic Discussions

Wright State University sought to challenge traditional learning pedagogies where instructors alone were responsible for providing feedback, a process that was time-consuming for professors and limited opportunities for student development. Associate Professor Dr. Amelia Hubbard turned to Kritik and its peer evaluation service to address this challenge and foster more authentic student interactions.

By implementing Kritik, the university utilized a structured peer assessment process with calibration activities that improved the quality of student feedback over time. The solution empowered students to learn from each other, resulting in the development of their critical thinking and communication skills. Students rated the experience highly, reporting that it felt like an authentic discussion rather than a monitored exercise. Kritik enabled genuine conversations and allowed both students and instructors to track progress and growth throughout the semester.

Wright State University

Amelia Hubbard

Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology