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Peer reviewedHuot, Brian – College Composition and Communication, 1990
Describes holistic scoring as one of the biggest breakthroughs in writing assessment. Suggests that the technique's high interrater reliability coefficients partly explain holistic scoring's popularity. Argues that validity has been largely neglected. Concludes that more must be learned about the uses and effects of holistic scoring. (SG)
Descriptors: Educational Testing, Higher Education, Holistic Approach, Holistic Evaluation
