A letter of recommendation or recommendation letter, also known as a letter of reference, reference letter or simply reference, is a document in which the writer ...
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assesses the qualities, characteristics, and capabilities of the person being recommended in terms of that individualĀ“s ability to perform a particular task or function. Letters of recommendation are typically related to employment (such a letter may also be called an employment reference or job reference), admission to institutions of higher education, or scholarship eligibility. They are usually written by someone who worked with or taught the person, such as a supervisor, a colleague or teacher.