Writing has evolved significantly over time, with its origins tracing back to ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia and Egypt. The development of writing systems was driven by the need
to manage information and governance related to trade and production. Early writing systems used tokens with impressed markings, serving as precursors to more complex scripts. Today, writing is an integral part of education, with literacy rates improving globally. UNESCO data shows that adult literacy rates have increased from 55.7% in 1950 to 86.2% in 2015, although disparities remain. Writing assessment, a field combining composition studies and measurement theory, evaluates a writer's performance through various tasks. Despite the challenges in aligning standardized testing with educational goals, writing assessments aim to measure consensus values and support learning. Writing implements have also evolved, from stone tablets and clay to modern pens and digital devices, reflecting the dynamic nature of writing as a tool for communication and expression.
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