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Peer reviewedFitzgerald, Kathryn R. – Journal of Basic Writing, 1994
Examines the implications of computerized scoring of placement essays on the theory and practice of writing assessment and writing instruction. Argues that the very feature that makes computerized scoring inexpensive--its universality--undermines its validity. (SR)
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Higher Education, Placement, Test Validity
Peer reviewedBrown, Rexford G. – Journal of Basic Writing, 1991
Discusses the concept of a "literacy of thoughtfulness" for all students, characterized by the ability to think critically and creatively, to solve problems, exercise judgment, access, assimilate, and apply information, and communicate effectively with others. Suggests that thoughtfulness is inescapably bound up with culture. (KEH)
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Evaluation Methods, Higher Education
