A Judges’ Workshop in Gauteng on Tuesday, 28 August 2007
Trainer: D74 Chief Judge – Rod Taylor DTM.
Who should attend?
This workshop will definitely be of value to present and aspirant judges. Contestants will also benefit, as they also need to know and understand more about the judging process.
The workshop
- Provide delegates with important skills and benefits.
- Provide practical experience in Judging.
- Provide an understanding of the differences between American and Southern African norms and their importance.
- Deal with bias - its nature, identification and elimination.
- Lead judges and contestants to an understanding of the factors that comprise a contest-winning speech in terms of the defined speech criteria.
- Show that a speech should be judged as an entity, not merely the sum of its parts.
- Illustrate the importance of the difference between quantity and quality in the elements of a contest speech, and the need for congruence among these elements.
- Provide the delegates with feedback as to how their ability to differentiate compares to that of others.
- Create an understanding of the meaning and value of the ballot in terms of contest placements.
- Provide an understanding of the statistical nature of judging.
- The workshop incorporates a practical exercise of about 60 minutes as well as theory and discussion. Videotapes of world-class speeches are included.
Don’t miss out on this exciting training opportunity. Booking is essential, so book now and avoid disappointment!
Confirm your booking by email francesboshoff@absamail.co.za or fax: 086 618 0904 no later than Friday, 24 August 2007 for catering purposes
Registration: 18:00
Start 18:30 – 22:30
Venue: Ernst & Young (The Oval), Wanderers
Cost: R100 – for Toastmasters, R200 Non-toastmasters
(Tea / coffee / sandwiches will be provided)
Payment:
Account name: Toastmasters District 74 TLI
Bank: Nedbank
Branch: Centurion
Account no: 1621 225 704
Branch code: 113805
Please email / fax proof of payment to francesboshoff@absamail.co.za or fax: 086 618 0904
Popularity: 100% [?]
From a new members POV it was interesting to see the statistical options available for judging the results of a contest.
Rod mentioned that by far the largest number of disputes in clubs come from contests. No surprises here as a judge is supposed to be fair AND seen to be fair. Should Toastmasters consider calling the contest judges by another name that reflects the human / lay person character of a Toastmasters judge?
Where are black speakers on your website is it only for the whites.Im a great speaker but Im black.
Yes, we have members from all racial groups and colours. Maybe you can attend our next meeting on Tuesday, 20 November and meet them.
BTW, I’m one of them.
My friend reffered me to your website and i am interested in joining the Toastmasters Club. I am keen in learning the communication skills. Please i need more details to what you give.