Predictors of the groupwork experience: generic skill development, peer appraisals, and country of residence
- Publisher:
- RMIT University
- Publication Type:
- Conference Proceeding
- Citation:
- Proceedings of the ATN Assessment Conference 2009 - Assessment in Different Dimensions, 2009, pp. 313 - 320
- Issue Date:
- 2009-01
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Humphrey et al. (1997) argued that a range of generic skills are important in enhancing the experience of groupwork for students. These skills include problem solving skills, leadership skills, research skills, study skills, and communication skills. However, little is known about the extent to which the development of such skills impact on the students' experience of groupwork, Students are also rarely given opportunities to develop their performance management skills in group assignments, despite often being expected to evaluate the performance of their peers. Those doing the appraisal may not learn how to provide feedback and justify their evaluations. It also means that those being appraised do not receive feedback regarding their strengths and whereimprovements are needed. As a consequence, students tend to report negative experiences of groupwork when they have to assess and be assessed by their peers. The current study aims to examine the effects of generic skill development and peerevaluation on the students' evaluation of their group experience, following their participation on a group assignment.
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