It is clear that "solitary negative reactions or unjustified suggestions for change have the potential to dissipate discourse" (howard, barrett, & frick, 2010, p. 103). however, anonymity may give learners a context in which they can try providing solutions that are more thoroughly supported by an accompanying rational (howard, barrett, & frick, 2010). clearly, the positive and negative consequences that anonymity has on peer feedback must be considered.