What is Analytic Scoring?
Analytic scoring is a method of evaluation used in education and assessment where a performance or product is broken down into several components, each scored separately. This approach contrasts with holistic scoring, which provides a single overall score.
Key aspects of analytic scoring include:
- Multiple criteria: The assessment is based on several predetermined criteria or dimensions.
- Detailed feedback: Each criterion receives a separate score, providing specific information on strengths and weaknesses.
- Weighted components: Different aspects of the performance may be weighted differently in the final score.
- Rubric-based: Often uses a detailed scoring rubric to ensure consistency.
Analytic scoring is particularly useful for complex tasks, writing assessments, and performance evaluations. It provides more detailed feedback to learners and can be more reliable than holistic scoring. However, it can be more time-consuming and may sometimes miss the overall quality of a performance by focusing too much on individual components.