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Gordon, Barbara L. – Writing Program Administration Journal, 1987
Compares the use of writing samples and standardized tests for college English placement, arguing that a single writing sample is not sufficient for proper evaluation, and provides guidelines for using standardized tests appropriately and accurately. (HTH)
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Comparative Analysis, Freshman Composition, Higher Education
