The effect of peer-assessment training on gifted fifth grade students’ English writing skills

Authors : Suzan Uysal Yildirim, Kağan Büyükkarcı

Pages : 58-75

Doi:10.21764/maeuefd.1537120

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Publication Date : 2025-04-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Peer assessment has become widespread in recent years with the rise of the process approach. However, there is no study in the literature that has applied this method with gifted students in English writing. This study aimed to investigate the effects of peer assessment training on gifted students\\\' English writing. Qualitative and quantitative data were obtained from 30 gifted 5th grade students studying at Afyonkarahisar Dumlupınar Science and Art Centre (BİLSEM). The data from the English writing scored on a rubric and the Second Language Writing Anxiety Inventory (SLWAI) used as a pre-post-test were analysed using SPSS 25. Semi-structured Interview Form was used to obtain students’ views. According to the quantitative results, the study made a statistically significant difference in increasing English writing skills and decreasing foreign language writing anxiety. Qualitative findings revealed that the study was useful, informative and enjoyable. The study helped the participants to feel more comfortable because they realized that their peers could also make similar mistakes when writing in English. Besides, the students reported that they were worried about fair evaluation and grading by their peers. In conclusion, peer assessment has the potential to increase students\\\' skills, self-confidence and awareness in English writing.
Keywords : Sözcükler: akran değerlendirmesi, özel yetenekli öğrenciler, İngilizce yazma becerileri, yazma kaygısı