A Judges’ Workshop in Gauteng on Tuesday, 28 August 2007

August 20, 2007 | By Ramon Thomas In Events | Comments(4)

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

  1. Provide delegates with important skills and benefits.
  2. Provide practical experience in Judging.
  3. Provide an understanding of the differences between American and Southern African norms and their importance.
  4. Deal with bias - its nature, identification and elimination.
  5. Lead judges and contestants to an understanding of the factors that comprise a contest-winning speech in terms of the defined speech criteria.
  6. Show that a speech should be judged as an entity, not merely the sum of its parts.
  7. 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.
  8. Provide the delegates with feedback as to how their ability to differentiate compares to that of others.
  9. Create an understanding of the meaning and value of the ballot in terms of contest placements.
  10. Provide an understanding of the statistical nature of judging.
  11. 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

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