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Peer Review

Understanding Peer Review in Higher Education

 Peer Review is a quality assurance method where academic or administrative work is evaluated by colleagues or experts in the same field to maintain standards and enhance performance.

Glossary Terms
Term
Description
Peer Review

An evaluation conducted by individuals of equal standing to assess quality, effectiveness, and compliance.

External Review

Assessment by reviewers from outside the institution for unbiased feedback.

Faculty Review

Process for evaluating faculty performance through peer observations and feedback.

Blind Review

A method where identities of reviewers and authors are concealed to avoid bias.

Why It Matters

Peer reviews foster a culture of improvement, encourage collaboration, and enhance institutional credibility in academic and research contexts.