Holistic assessment refers to a global approach in the assessment of a student-learning outcome.
According to Sadler (2009), in holistic assessment the teacher or the assessor has to develop complex mental responses to a student’s work.
Consequently, this will include how the assessor appreciates the work from the student regarding the quality of the work.
When grading the students work, the assessor provides a grade and supports it with a valid justification for assigning the grade.
The rationale may include a summary of the work or comments highlighting the main point in the student’s work.