Success Story
Professor Chambers is an Associate Director and Lecturer in the Entrepreneurship Department at the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business. He utilizes PeerDoc for individual and group assignments in his in-person classrooms, which have around 100 students per semester.
Challenge
Professor Chambers, a dedicated educator, teaches Intro to Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Management, and a Design Thinking course. His classrooms are guided by individual assessments, case studies, and group projects. Students are encouraged to evaluate group project presentations and participate in peer critiques. Initially, the reliance on traditional paper-based methods posed a challenge to the efficiency and precision of his teaching operations. PeerDoc was initially the first Rampant Strategy system Professor Chambers utilized to solve this problem.
Customized Solution
Professor Chambers has transformed his classroom dynamics through the innovative use of Rampant Strategy’s PeerDoc and PeerPoll systems. Originally, PeerDoc was used in his classrooms for peer evaluations and group project presentations. Now, he leverages the versatile features of PeerDoc for in-class activities, case study assessments, and peer feedback on discussion posts. The discussion posts feature keeps students engaged and helps them apply their knowledge. The commentary feature fosters a safe, professional environment for students to practice critiquing and receiving feedback. The real-time feedback in lectures exposes students to diverse perspectives, enhancing their learning experience.
“The level of support for a software product has been well above average. I get responses quickly, so the responsiveness and professionalism are phenomenal.”
Professor Chambers, Associate Director and Lecturer in the Entrepreneurship Department at the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business.
Results
Professor Chambers has used Rampant to create a learning environment that equips his students with success as they practice valuable industry skills. The future of his classrooms is bright as he progresses with using PeerPoll for pitch competitions where students can vote on the winners. As students advance their critiquing abilities and participate in the exchange of constructive feedback, they become better prepared for their professional endeavors. Additionally, he can review student feedback on each assignment, allowing him to adapt his teaching style for optimal effectiveness. Professor Chambers' teaching efficiency is evolving with every new Rampant feature, and he is gaining insights into his students' learning preferences, empowering him to refine his approach accordingly.