PeerEval vs peerScholar

PeerEval is a peer assessment tool for classroom evaluation sessions. Instructors use a browser interface to enroll students, build evaluation rubrics and download results for analysis. Rubric scoring and moderation tools are supported, along with learning management system integration and gradebook synchronization. Students enter an instructor-provided session name to access an evaluation, add written comments and modify submitted work while the class session remains active. The service runs on the web, and an iPhone app is listed as free on the Canadian App Store. PeerEval is described as paid, but pricing is available only on request and the maker’s pages do not state plan amounts. The App Store identifies Thomas N Robb as the developer and seller. Apple’s listing says the developer has not provided privacy-practice details to Apple. Instructors therefore get browser-based setup and result handling, while students complete and revise rubric-based peer evaluations during class activities.

peerScholar is a formative peer-assessment platform from Cogneeto Inc. Its activity formats are Classic, Case Study, and Group Work. In Classic activities, students submit work, assess peers, receive feedback, and may revise and resubmit. Group Work can include group assessments, individual assessments, and evaluations of group members. Assessment controls include multiple choice, points, dropdowns, star ratings, checkboxes, Likert scales, rubrics, and comments; peer feedback can use scales, matrix rubrics, points, dropdowns, comments, and annotations. Grades may combine instructor or teaching-team evaluations, peer ratings, and participation. The platform connects to learning management systems and virtual learning environments through LTI 1.3 and APIs, with single sign-on, roster, group, and grade synchronization. The WCET offer describes 24/7 support through email, in-app, chat, and social media. It is available through web and API. Pricing is on request; the listed WCET Promotional plan costs $4,500 a year and includes unlimited courses, faculty, team members, students, and activities.