Introduction to Automated Evaluation
Shermis, M. D., & Wilson, J. (2024). Introduction to automated evaluation. In M. D. Shermis & J. Wilson (Eds.), The Routledge International Handbook of Automated Essay Evaluation. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003397618
This introductory chapter traces the development of automated essay scoring, automated essay evaluation, and automated writing evaluation. It distinguishes these terms, explains how the field expanded from summative scoring to formative feedback and writing support, and situates current applications in both large-scale assessment and classroom contexts.
Key takeaways
- AES refers primarily to automated scoring of essay-length responses.
- AEE extends automated scoring to include automated feedback for summative and formative uses.
- AWE emphasizes feedback and writing support in classroom-based formative assessment.
- The field has expanded beyond English essays to other languages and performance tasks.
- Modern systems increasingly support planning, revision, and qualitative feedback, not just scoring.
Why it matters
Provides a field-setting overview that clarifies terminology, summarizes the historical development of automated essay technologies, and frames the handbook's broader focus on evaluation, feedback, and instructional uses.
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Mark D. Shermis, Joshua Wilson
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