Pear Assessment: Item Metadata Generation (Early Access)
The Item Metadata Generation feature uses AI to suggest metadata for assessment items based on the content of the question and answer choices. This feature is currently in Early Access/Beta and is designed to help educators save time when aligning assessment items to standards.Important Information About AI and Privacy
Pear Assessment uses AI with data privacy safeguards in place. For metadata generation:- Only the question content and relevant standards information are processed.
- User-identifiable information is not shared outside the application.
- Data submitted for metadata generation is not used to train AI models.
Supported Item Types
Currently, metadata generation supports the following item types:- Multiple Choice (MCQ)
- Multiple Select (MSQ)
- True/False
- Text Entry
- Essay
Prerequisite: Configure Preferred Standards
To use the Item Metadata Generation feature, users must configure their Preferred Standards in their profile.Set Preferred Standards
- Open your profile in Pear Assessment.
- Locate the Preferred Standards settings.
- Select:
- A Standard Set
- Grade
- Subject
Generate Metadata for an Item
- Create or edit a supported item type.
- Enter the question text and answer choices (if applicable).
- In the Pear Assist panel on the right side of the authoring view, select the standard sets and click Suggest Metadata.
- Pear Assessment analyzes the item content and suggests:
- A matching standard
- Depth of Knowledge (DoK)
- Difficulty level
Review and Save Suggestions
After metadata is generated, the suggestions appear in the Pear Assist panel for review.Review Suggestions
Carefully review the suggested:- Standard alignment
- Depth of Knowledge (DoK)
- Difficulty level
Save Suggestions
Click Save Suggestions and Item to save the assessment item and the generated metadata in a single action.When No Metadata Is Suggested
If no metadata is generated, the item content may not clearly align with the selected preferred standards. Try:- Adding more detailed question text
- Verifying the preferred standards configuration
- Confirming the item type is supported
Current Limitations
At this time, the feature cannot interpret content from images included in:- Question prompts
- Answer choices
Image context support is planned for a future update.
Beta Feedback and Support
This feature is currently in beta, and feedback is encouraged as functionality continues to improve. To report issues or share feedback, please contact the Pear Assessment Support Team.FAQs
What Happens If I Edit an Item after Metadata Is Generated?
You can use the Suggest Metadata feature again to regenerate updated metadata based on the revised item content.Does Metadata Stay Attached When I Share an Item?
Yes. Metadata remains attached to the item and is visible to users who have permission to access the item.Can Pear Assist Suggest Multiple Standards for an Item?
No. The feature currently suggests a single standard that best aligns with the primary academic skill assessed by the item.Why Am I Not Seeing the Suggest Metadata Option?
The feature only appears for supported item types and requires preferred standards to be configured in your profile.Does the Feature Analyze Images in Questions?
No. Currently, the feature only analyzes text content.Resources
- Select Your Standard Sets to Personalize Pear Assessment