Judging Criteria Used in the South Central Region

Oral Paper Presentation Criteria (0-4 points for each criterion) - 15 minutes allotted (including questions)
1. Hypothesis/objectives clearly stated
2. Study introduced in proper context with published research
3. Aesthetic quality of the presentation
4. Quality of oral expression
5. Methods adequate to answer the research question & proper controls
6. Enough data collected & presented in an easily understandable/readable manner
7. Appropriate data analysis
8. Ability to answer questions

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Poster Presentation Criteria (0-4 points for each criterion)
1. Hypothesis/objectives clearly stated
2. Study introduced in proper context with published research
3. Aesthetic quality of the poster
4. Quality of the oral explanation
5. Methods adequate to answer the research question & proper controls
6. Enough data collected & presented in an easily understandable and readable manner
7. Appropriate data analysis
8. Ability to answer questions

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