GoReact Reviews

Pros

Some of the great features of GoReact include ease of use on both integration and application. GoReact is also flexible and multi-platform, which allows for faculty and students to access the assignments on any machine. Because GoReact was designed specifically for providing reactions/feedback, the interface is very effective at allowing for these from students and the faculty. In addition, GoReact provides multiple formats of feedback such as text, audio, and video. Furthermore, GoReact allows for private and public assignments, as well as multi-camera assignments, making it a fantastic tool for promoting a variety of assignment use.

Cons

It is hard to think that a tool could be so good that it's hard to think of challenges or features that are lacking. Thus far, the only challenges of the tool are more based on the user end than on the tool itself. GoReact has done a great job at staying on top of feature implementation, as well as a software upgrade. When it comes to integration into the LMS, GoReact has also made strides to make sure that it is smooth and fully integrated. Perhaps if anything, integration of other tools, such as maybe polling, would be great.

Alternatives Considered

Zoom Workplace

Reasons for Switching to GoReact

Flexibility, price, end-user experience, LMS integration, overall ease of use, data security, scoring.

Pros

GoReact is a tool that was created specifically to assess performance through peer review. It works flawlessly, is reliable, and stable, and uses technology to upload and display multiple video formats making the user interface easy and dynamic. Multiple assignment settings allow for private and group evaluation and reflection. Its LTI integration makes implementation a breeze and a great plus for our faculty.

Cons

Perhaps the only area still in development for future versions is a more robust mobile device implementation.

Pros

The ability to have students work on video performances and for students to self/peer assess.

Cons

Too difficult to set up a new class. Have complained about this and still not fixed. Can copy/import but have to change dates in such a rudimentary and time consuming way that it’s easier (not easy) to set up a completely new class.

Also using a template for an assignment is new but doesn’t work. If you use the template for a new assignment, it changes the template.

Pros

It is easy to use and a very short learning curve for others to use it. Students are able to receive critical feedback regarding video recorded assignments which helps them to be proactive in their own learning Students are able to apply aspects of one assignments to other assignments which cause development in authentic learning.

Cons

I really wish there was a trial period available that could be switched to a full semester of access for those students who are waiting (for whatever reason) for their access code to arrive/distributed.

Alternatives Considered

Flip

Reasons for Switching to GoReact

The ability to give specific feedback at the precise point in a recorded assignment.

Pros

GoReact is easy to use on any platform and so I am not having to play tech support for my students. I like the flexibility to have students see and comment on each other's videos or just me as the instructor. I can also have students comment on their own videos as a self-reflection assignment. Although I do not always use them, I like the scoring tools that make it easier to give feedback in rubrics and with tags.

Cons

It is a minor thing, but I wish that the process of looking at and assigning a grade to each video was a little smoother.

Pros

I most like the collaborative video compilation capabilities, along with the video feedback and tagging tools.

Cons

The cost and process of deployment. There should be a mechanism for instructors to procure a course license without having to go through an email exchange with the BYU bookstore. Empowering users to purchase and deploy the technology automatically would be a tremendous improvement.

Alternatives Considered

Flip and Panopto

Reasons for Choosing GoReact

We switched, because FlipGrid did not facilitate second-by-second video commenting and tagging for detailed feedback in the linguistic medium of ASL.

Switched From

Flip

Reasons for Switching to GoReact

We have an enterprise subscription to PanOpto, so we often use class recordings in tandem with individual homework assignments and assessment videos recorded on GoReact. The recording interface of GoReact, however, is significantly more intuitive, and the fact that it is wholly browser-based makes it easier for students.

Pros

It's easy to set up, add another user's name & save. When it's time to meet, it's very easy to click "record" and meet & greet! Also, it's nice to have backup recording if the screen keeps freezing or weaker life-- we could meet on Zoom (& record there), and then I can upload the Zoom recording on GoReact and we can review by looking at the saved video at anytime! (It's very easy for me to grade after recording :))

Cons

Occasionally the screen keeps freezing although every time after recorded & finished meeting another user, the video looked smooth. It puzzles me many times my team and I tried to work on. But for now I use different browser Chrome and the Edge every few turns, and cleaned up data, etc. Just this one negative comment.

Pros

The mobile app that allows our teacher candidates to record directly from their phone to a GoReact assignment is a strong component of this software.

Cons

Because I administer our college use, I crave a more indepth, hands-on interface for the administrative side of GoReact.

Alternatives Considered

Sibme

Reasons for Switching to GoReact

Once we compared all attributes, we determined that for the price and the native mobile app, we wanted to move forward with GoReact.

Pros

We use GoReact in our online and on campus courses. Our institution uses Canvas as the learning management system. The integration of GoReact with Canvas was seamless. It is very easy to set up assignments using this tool. Our primary use is to improve students American Sign Language skills. Students submit an assignment video to their GoReact account and the instructors provide video feedback at various points in their videos that help students improve. It's as good as being live in the classroom, in some ways better, since students can go back to re-watch instructor feedback as much as they need.

Cons

Building rubrics in GoReact is one aspect our instructors say are not as intuitive as they would like. At times, students have said the same thing about document attachments with their videos.

Pros

GoReact is a great way to assess Sign Language learning. The professor can make comments in either voice, text, or video. The students are able to see the professors feedback at exactly the relevant point, rather than reading it all at the end.

Cons

Had a little trouble integrating the software with Blackboard LMS in a seamless manner.

Pros

The product is GREAT to use for teachers and students on a daily basis! I like how easy for me to use the product for my students to use it for their sign language assignments/projects. I also like the fact that I can leave my feedbacks for each students in either video or text. My students find it easy to use and they do not have to use other things to record their work. It was very easy and quick for me to create rubrics in GoReact. Thanks!

Cons

Perhaps in the recording part (from the teacher) where we can have an option on using the background if a teacher does not have a 'backdrop'? It would give us an opportunity to use it in case we need it.

Pros

With my asynchronously-taught ASL classes, using GoReact has been an excellent tool for ASL faculty to evaluate the students' signing skills. This software offers many features with specifics such as giving written or signed comments back to the students. A big plus is that GoReact is being embedded into my Canvas with the sign-up and it is so easy for the students to access their GoReact assignments. The students are able to review their videos and see what needs to be improved with the instructor's comments.

Cons

I think it would be helpful for the company to offer a few rubric examples made for ASL classes to give the teachers an option to choose one that is suitable for the students with the specifics on what needs to be improved.

Pros

The GoReact development team was willing to work with our institutional analytic support to create an interactive database for us to query.

Cons

Not that I am aware of! We have made suggestions along the way and all were addressed for us.

Pros

What I like the most, is that the students are able to submit their performances online in an excellent visual and verbal format. I like that their videos stop at the moment that I begin typing comments about their performances. This provides the students with the exact moment for my comments, when they watch their graded videos. This is really helpful both for me and for the students.

Cons

What I like the least, is the fact that I have to extend the due date after I have graded an assignment in order for students to be able to read my comments on their performances. I would like to be able to have a due date, after which time the students are unable to load an assignment, coupled with an 'available date' that is only a 'Read by' date, during which time the students would be able only to read my comments about their assignments. Thank you for working on this.

Pros

GoReact is fairly easy to navigate and use. For coach training, it allows mentors and program management to hear and see the growth in students as they practice and build their skills and demonstrate their understanding of the course goals and the skillsets required for success. It allows for quicker intervention to ensure instruction is working, students are capturing the concepts, and for providing spot corrections as necessary. It's also great for ensuring the quality of the overall program.

Cons

Overall, this software works very well. A few data entry points are a little clunky and not as intuitive, but once you've used it and adapted to it, it's a non-issue.

Pros

I use GoReact for recording student lab sessions in an undergraduate counseling class. The set-up is easy and the software works seamlessly with several different kinds of technology that the students use for their recordings. The ability to make comments on recordings allows me to provide impactful feedback on assignments.

Cons

I do not have any complaints about this software. I recommend it to colleagues!

Pros

I love the rubrics and LTI tool in the canvas. It is easier way to submit the grades.

Cons

The cons is that my feedback in GoReact's comment box never have been notified to students. I had to announce to the students that they have to revisit their GoReact assignment to open inside the tool and view at my comments & rubrics.

Pros

The fact students videos will stop at the moment that I begin typing comments or make videos about their assignments allowing students to review my comments at the exact moment. The label section too, it helps to identify and organize their assignments better.

Cons

The platform only accepts PDF documents. I wish they could accept any type of file in a manner that I can just simply drag them from my desktop to the platform.

Pros

The Goreact software is easy to use. I like how it allows students to begin there educational journey.

Cons

Technical support is lacking. Each term I have a couple of students who have trouble uploading their videos. Those students have reported that the tech support was not helpful. What is missing is the inability to hold a conference call. Having this feature would allow the students to contact me with out the need to down load other software. Emails go only so far.

Pros

The product is super easy to use. I love that I can provide video feedback to a specific segment. Also, I love the test feature. It is USEFUL for the fully online classes.

Cons

Students HAD to go back to GoReact to review the feedback. I wish they could view them through their learning management system. The second thing is it is too expensive for my students.

Pros

GoReact has provided a tool that has a tremendous impact on how to improve the work of our students. Whether they are in an American Sign Language class or an interpreting class, they can get feedback and conduct self-assessment in a way that greatly improves learning. The ability to insert written, spoken or signed input or comments has made for a much richer learning experience.

Cons

The library is a bit of a challenge. A new library system was developed and it is not clear what the advantage is of the new library. Most of my material is still stored in the previous library. I need to get support on this - I do know if I just ask, I will get immediate assistance.

Pros

I've used this for years and have seen the software's growth. It is the fastest way to give rich feedback to students on their work. I've only sparingly used it for student to student feedback, but know it has great potential there too.

Cons

The interface with Canvas is still a tiny bit "clunky" but gets better each iteration .

Pros

The online video assessment is highly valuable for our faculty. They observe their student's language skills.

Cons

There are several steps that users would need to go through in order to step up which can be reduced .

Pros

The software reduces disruption by allowing speeches/performances to be viewed and commented on anywhere at any time. Students on quarantine? No problem! Broadcast the speech/performance live and everyone can participate even if they are not physically in the room!

Cons

The inability to convert a grading rubric to a different score. Ie- the rubric adds up to 75 points total but the assignment is actually worth 150 pts. And the visual aide is kinda clunky! Would be nice to overlay the visual aide.

Pros

Allows online speech students to record and upload their speeches and slide presentations. I have the option to keep speeches private while other times allow all students access

Cons

Markers … would like to add five ID letters instead of just two.