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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