Formative Assessment

Making educational improvements requires an understanding of current skills and knowledge.

The Criterion® Online Writing Evaluation Service >

The Criterion® Online Writing Evaluation service is a web-based application that evaluates a student's writing skills and within seconds provides diagnostic feedback and a holistic score. Students use the Criterion service to plan, write and revise essays using free online planning templates and writer's handbooks.

See also:

• The CBAL™ Research Program: Overview (Flash, 8:02)
• Center for K–12 Assessment & Performance Management