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Dear LRNASSTERS: We're at a very crucial point in our discussions trying to implement college-wide basic skills assessment of all applicants to our programs. I need a print reference (an article, report, etc.) on the topic of mandatory vs. advisory assessment. I remember reading somewhere in the last couple of years that some of the California colleges that had been mandating course placements on the basis of pre-admission test scores have now rescinded that policy. My understanding is that they were finding a lot of negatives going that direction, and they have since switched to an advisory process. Can anyone point me in the right direction, and give me the bibliographic information needed for a good reference? I would be forever grateful! Catherine Schnare Selkirk College [log in to unmask]