The Role of Assessment and Feedback in English Writing Instruction
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https://doi.org/10.6918/IJOSSER.202409_7(9).0003Keywords:
English Writing Instruction; Formative Assessment; Summative Assessment; Teacher Feedback; Educational Outcomes.Abstract
This study explores the importance and combined application of assessment and feedback in English writing instruction through a systematic literature review. The research shows that the integration of formative assessment and summative assessment, along with the comprehensive use of teacher feedback, peer feedback, and self-feedback, can significantly enhance students' writing skills and learning outcomes. Assessment provides a comprehensive understanding of students' learning progress, while feedback offers specific improvement suggestions and guidance. The combination of both demonstrates significant effects across different educational stages and learning environments. Despite the substantial body of research supporting the effectiveness of assessment and feedback, there are still deficiencies, such as the lack of long-term tracking data and limited sample ranges. This study suggests that future research should include long-term tracking and expand sample ranges to improve the generalizability and applicability of the findings. Through scientifically sound assessment and feedback strategies, teachers can more effectively enhance students' writing abilities and improve the quality of English writing instruction.
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