ESSAY WRITING COMPETITION
Mechanics and Rules
- The Board of judges shall provide topic of the essay at the venue of the competition.
- The contestants shall be given two (2) hours to develop the composition.
- The contestants shall be provided with a pen and a long bondpaper marked with the assigned number duly signed by the contest master. They are prohibited to write their names and the University they are representing.
- No printed materials, electronic gadgets, or storage devices shall be utilized.
- The contestants are prohibited to wear their university uniform or any symbol/s (e.g. ID lanyard) that mark distinction of their respective university.
- Each contestant shall be assigned a number.
- The result of the contest shall be posted on the tally board immediately after the judges have finished rating the contestants’ manuscripts.
- The judges’ decision is final.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING
| Content (Relevance to the theme, Comprehensiveness, Originality, Insights)
Relevance to the theme – connection, significance of the issue being discussed Comprehensiveness – how complete and detailed the writer’s exposition of the topic. Originality – uniqueness, novelty and authenticity of ideas Insights – a fresh way of looking at things, critical view of the subject |
50% |
| Organization (Clarity of Thoughts, Creativity, Unity and Consistency)
Clarity of Thoughts – use of simple and appropriate words to convey ideas or issues. Creativity – the use of appropriate devices and expressions in the exposition of the subject. Unity and Consistency – ability to highlight the focal point |
30% |
| Mechanics (Punctuation, Spelling, Capitalization, Grammar)
– the correct use of punctuation, capitalization and grammar |
20% |
| TOTAL | 100% |
*Adapted from PASUC Guidelines and modified by the host university.