Peer Assess Pro: A Comprehensive Platform for Measuring the Success of Group Work for Developing Future-Ready Employability Skills

Developing graduates’ future-ready employability skills such as communication, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving has become increasingly crucial. However, a perceptual gap exists between students and employers regarding proficiency in these vital skills, as high-lighted by recent studies from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). This demonstration of the Peer Assess Pro™ platform demonstrates an innovative tool designed to bridge this gap by providing a comprehensive platform for skill development through teammate peer feedback and peer assessment. Peer Assess Pro is not merely an assessment tool; it serves as a multi-faceted platform that combines pedagogical principles with advanced analytics to offer actionable insights. It enables educators to monitor team dynamics, individual contributions, and potential areas of concern through a feature-rich Teacher’s Dashboard. Simultaneously, it provides students with a detailed report that not only assesses their performance but also helps them develop and hone their employability skills. The demonstration showcases the platform’s essential features, including the Teacher’s Dashboard with its Active Warnings system and Available Actions. The Student Personal Feedback Report employs quantitative and qualitative metrics to foster self-awareness, collaboration, and skill development. The aim is to demonstrate how Peer Assess Pro transforms academic group work into a meaningful exercise for the development of future-ready employability skills.