PARQR
PARQR enhances the student experience on Piazza while streamlining instructor workflows through intelligent post recommendations and a dedicated TA dashboard.
About PARQR
PARQR is an innovative platform designed to optimize student interactions on Piazza and assist instructors in managing large online courses efficiently. It offers real-time suggestions of similar questions to students and provides TAs with a comprehensive dashboard for collaboration and tracking unanswered posts. PARQR aims to improve communication and reduce instructor workload in digital learning environments.
How to Use
To integrate PARQR into your course, contact the development team at parqrdevteam@gmail.com for setup instructions.
Features
- TA dashboard for collaboration and monitoring unanswered posts
- Real-time suggestions of similar questions to students
Use Cases
- Enabling TAs to collaborate effectively in large online courses
- Reducing repetitive questions to save instructor time
- Enhancing student experience with quick access to related questions and answers
Best For
Teaching AssistantsOnline Course StudentsInstructors of Large Classes
Pros
- Delivers instant, relevant question recommendations
- Boosts student engagement on Piazza
- Streamlines instructor workload in large courses
- Supports TA collaboration and tracking
Cons
- Initial setup may require configuration
- Requires integration with Piazza platform
- Depends on the quality of existing Piazza posts for effectiveness
FAQs
How can I add PARQR to my course?
Reach out to the PARQR team at parqrdevteam@gmail.com to initiate integration.
What are the system requirements for PARQR?
PARQR requires access to Piazza and proper integration setup to function effectively.
Is PARQR compatible with all online courses?
PARQR is designed for large online courses using Piazza; compatibility depends on your institution's platform setup.
Does PARQR improve student engagement?
Yes, by providing quick, relevant question suggestions, PARQR enhances student participation on Piazza.
Can TAs use PARQR to manage questions?
Absolutely, the TA dashboard facilitates collaboration and tracking of unanswered questions for efficient management.