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The Efficacy of Several Writing Feedback Systems

Oklahoma State University, Stillwater

Over the years, a number of systems have been developed or adapted for use in grading the work of students in written business communication courses. Although the "perfect" system most likely has not been developed, a number of those currently used fulfill theirgoal of helping students become more profi cientwriters. Some systems undoubtedly fulfill their goal more effectively than others, however. Regardless of which feedback system an instructor uses, he/she needs to be aware of its advantages and disadvantages as well as ways to maximize its effectiveness. This article provides a review of three different systems: written comments, conferences, and peer evaluation.

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