Assessing Writing is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to research and theory in the assessment of writing. It provides a forum for scholars and practitioners to explore issues related to the design, implementation, and validation of writing assessments in diverse contexts.
The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, and theoretical papers that address key topics such as large-scale writing assessment, classroom-based assessment, feedback practices, validity and reliability of writing measures, and the impact of assessment on writing instruction. Indexed in databases such as Scopus and ERIC, the journal reaches a global audience of writing assessment professionals, researchers, and educators. Its target audience consists of writing program administrators, assessment specialists, teachers, and graduate students interested in writing assessment.
Assessing Writing serves as a valuable resource for advancing knowledge and promoting best practices in the assessment of writing. By publishing high-quality research and fostering dialogue among experts, the journal contributes to improving writing instruction and assessment practices worldwide.