Examining writing : research and practice in assessing second language writing / Stuart D. Shaw, Cyril J. Weir.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Introduction -- 2. Test-taker characteristics -- 3. Cognitive validity -- 4. Context validity -- 5. Scoring validity -- 6. Consequential validity -- 7. Criterion-related validity -- 8. Conclusions and recommendations -- Appendix A. Sample Writing tasks from Main Suite examinations -- Appendix B. Candidate Information Sheet -- Appendix C. Revised method of assessment for IELTS Writing -- Appendix D. Current Cambridge ESOL rating procedures and marking models -- Appendix E. Standard procedures for the production of Writing examination materials -- Appendix F. Minimum Professional Requirements for examiners of ESOL Writing tests -- Appendix G. Computer-based (CB) exam versions: Issues and directions -- Appendix H. Electronic Script Management in Cambridge ESOL: Issues and directions.