Configuring Assignments For Self-reviews

Understanding Self-Reviews in Pawtographer

Self-reviews are an essential feature in Pawtographer, allowing students to evaluate their own submissions and reflect on their learning process. As an educator, configuring assignments for self-reviews is crucial to ensure that students receive timely feedback and can improve their work. In this article, we will delve into the configuration options related to self-reviews and explore how to set up automatic self-review assignments using Pawtographer.

Configuration Options for Self-Reviews

Each assignment in Pawtographer has the following configuration options related to self-reviews:

• Are self-reviews enabled?: This option determines whether self-reviews are enabled for a particular assignment. If enabled, students can submit self-reviews, and educators can view and provide feedback on these submissions.
• When is the self-review due?: This option specifies the due date for self-reviews, which can be set as an offset of hours from the assignment's submission due date. This allows educators to extend the due date for some students, providing them with additional time to complete their self-reviews.
• Can students submit their self-review before the submission due date?: This option determines whether students can submit their self-reviews before the submission due date. If enabled, students can submit their self-reviews early, and educators can review and provide feedback on these submissions.

Automating Self-Review Assignments

Pawtographer uses the configuration options mentioned above to automatically assign students to complete self-reviews of their submissions. There are two scenarios in which this occurs:

• Early submission: When early submission is permitted, and a student clicks on a button indicating that they are done and ready for a self-review, Pawtographer automatically assigns them to complete a self-review.
• Instant due date: At the instant that a student's submission would be due, Pawtographer automatically assigns them to complete a self-review.

Setting Up Scheduled Triggers in Supabase

To support the latter scenario, setting up a scheduled trigger in Supabase is required. However, this can be a complex process, and we recommend exploring the manual approach first. In the next section, we will discuss the manual approach to setting up self-review assignments.

Manual Approach to Setting Up Self-Review Assignments

To set up self-review assignments manually, follow these steps:

1. Create a new assignment: Create a new assignment in Pawtographer, and configure the self-review options as desired.
2. Set up a scheduled task: Set up a scheduled task in Pawtographer to automatically assign students to complete self-reviews at the instant that their submission would be due.
3. Configure the task: Configure the scheduled task to run at the desired interval and to assign students to complete self-reviews.

Benefits of Manual Approach

While setting up scheduled triggers in Supabase can be complex, the manual approach offers several benefits:

• Flexibility: The manual approach provides flexibility in terms of configuring the self-review options and setting up the scheduled task.
• Control: Educators have control over the self-review process, allowing them to make adjustments as needed.
• Ease of use: The manual approach is often easier to set up and manage than scheduled triggers in Supabase.

Conclusion

Q: What is the purpose of self-reviews in Pawtographer?

A: Self-reviews in Pawtographer allow students to evaluate their own submissions and reflect on their learning process. This feature enables educators to provide timely feedback and help students improve their work.

Q: How do I enable self-reviews for an assignment?

A: To enable self-reviews for an assignment, go to the assignment settings and toggle the "Enable self-reviews" option to the "On" position. You can also configure the self-review due date and allow students to submit their self-reviews before the submission due date.

Q: Can students submit their self-reviews before the submission due date?

A: Yes, students can submit their self-reviews before the submission due date if the "Allow early submission" option is enabled. This allows students to submit their self-reviews early and receive feedback before the submission due date.

Q: How do I set up automatic self-review assignments using Pawtographer?

A: To set up automatic self-review assignments using Pawtographer, follow these steps:

1. Create a new assignment and configure the self-review options as desired.
2. Set up a scheduled task in Pawtographer to automatically assign students to complete self-reviews at the instant that their submission would be due.
3. Configure the scheduled task to run at the desired interval and to assign students to complete self-reviews.

Q: What is the difference between early submission and instant due date?

A: Early submission refers to the scenario where a student clicks on a button indicating that they are done and ready for a self-review, and Pawtographer automatically assigns them to complete a self-review. Instant due date refers to the scenario where Pawtographer automatically assigns students to complete a self-review at the instant that their submission would be due.

Q: Can I use both early submission and instant due date scenarios for a single assignment?

A: Yes, you can use both early submission and instant due date scenarios for a single assignment. However, you will need to set up separate scheduled tasks in Pawtographer to handle each scenario.

Q: How do I configure the scheduled task in Pawtographer?

A: To configure the scheduled task in Pawtographer, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Pawtographer settings and click on the "Scheduled tasks" tab.
2. Click on the "Add new task" button and select the "Self-review assignment" task type.
3. Configure the task to run at the desired interval and to assign students to complete self-reviews.

Q: What are the benefits of using the manual approach to setting up self-review assignments?

A: The manual approach to setting up self-review assignments offers several benefits, including flexibility, control, and ease of use. This approach allows educators to configure the self-review options and set up the scheduled task as desired, providing a more tailored experience for students.

Q: Can I use the manual approach to set up self-review assignments for multiple at once?

A: Yes, you can use the manual approach to set up self-review assignments for multiple assignments at once. Simply create a new assignment and configure the self-review options as desired, then set up a scheduled task in Pawtographer to automatically assign students to complete self-reviews for each assignment.