Scoring/Grading of the CPE
The two tasks are read separately by different readers. Each student response is read by two trained faculty readers. Should the two readers disagree, the response is read by a third reader.
Task IFour criteria are used to rate an essay on a scale of six. The criteria require you to:
- Develop an essay that is a focused response to the writing assignment, making appropriate connections among all parts of the assignment.
- Demonstrate understanding of the readings through summary and explanation of relevant material.
- Incorporate, as support of your own thoughts appropriate references to the readings, identifying the sources formally or informally.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, using appropriate conventions of language (e.g., word choice, grammar, punctuation, spelling).
Task II
Your answers will be assessed for accuracy, completeness,
and clarity. You must communicate the information clearly
and precisely.
