Peer assessment in TEFL teacher training

Prof Silvia Pokrivcakova, University of Trnava, Slovakia

The paper discusses the application of peer assessment in teacher training, a technique that has been shown to engage students more deeply in the learning process, increase motivation, and develop critical skills necessary for future teaching practice. Through peer assessment, students not only provide feedback to their peers but also demonstrate their knowledge, social empathy, and communication skills. The paper presents the results of a comparative study examining the correlation between teacher-led evaluation and 550 summative assessments provided by TEFL MA students in the 2023/24 academic year. The study found a strong correlation (r = 0.8439) between the teacher’s and students’ assessment scores, confirming the value of incorporating peer assessment into teacher training courses as part of the final evaluation.

Key words: TEFL, teacher training, peer assessment, CALL, teacher´s assessment