Computer-based peer assessment as a part of learning process

Abstract

This study aimed to develop prototype of computer based peer assessment application. This application is used for learning assessment which involves the students in learning process, either individually or in group. This study was research and development (R&D) model which adopted 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate). Prototype of this application was developed by utilizing internet media (online). The users of this system are lectures and students. In this application, the lecturers has roles to design the scoring rubrics, give the tasks, and assess the students’ tasks. The students had roles to submit the tasks, and assess their pairs. Every kind of scoring rubrics can be implemented in some subject matters which have same characteristics (sharing rubrics). This application is expected to produce transparent, quick, correct, and accurate scoring. It is also efficient for lecturers in students assessment. The online-based application design will make this application become an electronic assessment which can be accessed whenever and wherever.