7-A Educational Tool (single lesson, game, or stand-alone piece)
7-B Curriculum Package (entire set of lessons, etc.)
Purpose: To educate through accurate, concise information (research-based as applies) on a single subject. Curriculum package entries use educational tools from two or more of the following categories: audio/visual, written, exhibit, marketing tools or evaluation items.
Submit: For the educational tool, include a brief 300-word or less narrative to explain the tool. Upload the tool if possible, or photos that allow the judges to understand the tool. For the curriculum package, all components must be packaged together in one unit. Identify the two major components for score sheet consideration, although an overall assessment will also be made. Program must include a teaching plan or guidelines for use. If the package is a team effort, each team member must have made a substantial contribution to the concept and/or the total package. The curriculum must be submitted in an electronic format.
Judging Criteria:
- Narrative/Description/Application: Is the application complete according to the rules, was the format followed, are the authors and roles outlined? Does the narrative succinctly describe the project? (5 pts)
- Presentation/Appearance/Format: Points are awarded based on how the curriculum is presented consistently in regards to format, professionalism, and visual appeal. (15 pts)
- Originality: Has this been done before? If so, state why this is an improvement and note the differences and improvements. Have parts of this been sourced from other authors? If so, note which are borrowed and include citations. (15 pts)
- Usable/Reproducible: Can this be easily used in a different location by a different professional? Can this curriculum be taken and adapted for use or be shared in an easy-to-understand format? (20 pts)
- Overall educational content: Describe the goals of this curriculum as it pertains to Extension’s mission and goals. Is research and knowledge-based education part of this curriculum? Why is this curriculum needed? (20 pts)
- General Information with Submission:
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- Abstract: (5)
- Audience targeted: (5)
- Goals for entry: (5)
- Need(s) being addressed: (5)
- Evaluation results: (5)
Note: If proper Extension branding is not followed, up to 25% will be deducted from the point total.