JUDGE S CODE OF ETHICS

1. JUDGE�S CODE OF ETHICS Objectivity Ignore timing Discretion and support of the contest

2. JUDGE�S CODE OF ETHICS Judges will consciously avoid bias of any kind in selecting first, second and third place contestants. They will not consider any contestant�s club, area, division or district affiliation. Nor will they consider any contestant�s age, sex, race, creed, national origin, profession or political beliefs. They will demonstrate the utmost objectivity.

3. JUDGE�S CODE OF ETHICS Judges will not time the speeches and will not consider the possibility of under-time or overtime when judging a contestant�s speech.

4. JUDGE�S CODE OF ETHICS Judges will support by word and deed the contest rules and judging standards, refraining from public criticism of the contest and revealing scores and ranking only in accordance with official policy.

5. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SPEECH DEVELOPMENT is the way the speaker puts ideas together so the audience can understand them. The speech is structured around a purpose or a theme, and the structure must include an opening, body and conclusion. A good speech immediately engages the audience�s attention and then builds to a significant conclusion. Supporting material should blend into a unified framework. 20 points

6. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA EFFECTIVENESS refers to your subjective judgment of how the speech came across. What was the purpose or theme of the speech? Did the speech relate directly to that purpose? Did the speaker hold the audience�s interest? Was the speech appropriate for this particular audience? 15 points

7. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SPEECH VALUE justifies the act of speaking. The speaker has a responsibility to say something meaningful and original to the audience. The ideas should be important, although this does not preclude a humorous presentation of them. 15 points

8. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA PHYSICAL presentation of a speech carries part of the responsibility for effective communication. The speaker�s appearance should reinforce the speech. Body language should support points through gestures, expressions and body positioning. 10 points

9. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA VOICE is the sound that carries the message. It should be flexible, moving from one pitch level to another for emphasis, and should have a variety of rate and volume. A good voice can be heard and the words easily understood. 10 points

10. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA MANNER is the indirect revelation of the speaker�s real self as the speech is delivered The speaker should speak with enthusiasm and assurance, showing interest in the audience and confidence in their reactions. 10 points

11. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA APPROPRIATENESS of language refers to the choice of words that relate to the speech purpose and to the particular audience hearing the speech. Language should promote clear understanding of thoughts, should fit the occasion precisely. 10 points

12. INTERNATIONAL SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA CORRECTNESS of language ensures that attention will be directed toward what the speaker says, not how it is said. Proper use of grammar and correct pronunciation will show that the speaker is the master of the words being used. 10 points

13. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SPEECH DEVELOPMENT is the way the speaker puts ideas together so the audience can understand them. The speech is structured around a purpose or a theme, and the structure must include an opening, body and conclusion. A good humorous speech immediately engages the audience�s attention and then builds to a significant conclusion; it is not a series of jokes or a monologue. 15 points

14. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA EFFECTIVENESS refers to your subjective judgment of how the speech came across. What was the purpose or theme of the speech? Did the speech relate directly to that purpose or theme? Was humor used effectively? 10 points

15. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SPEECH VALUE justifies the act of speaking. The speaker has a responsibility to say something meaningful and original to the audience, even in a humorous speech. The ideas should be important, even though they are presented humorously. 15 points

16. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA AUDIENCE RESPONSE reflects the audience�s reaction to the speech. Did the speech hold the audience�s interest? Did people understand and laugh at the humor? 15 points

17. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA PHYSICAL presentation of a speech carries part of the responsibility for effective communication. The speaker�s appearance should reinforce the speech. Body language should support points through gestures, expressions and body positioning. 10 points

18. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA VOICE is the sound that carries the message. It should be flexible, moving from one pitch level to another for emphasis, and should have a variety of rate and volume. A good voice can be heard and the words easily understood. 10 points

19. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA MANNER is the indirect revelation of the speaker�s real self as the speech is delivered The speaker should speak with enthusiasm and assurance, showing interest in the audience and confidence in their reactions. 10 points

20. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA APPROPRIATENESS of language refers to the choice of words that relate to the speech purpose and to the particular audience hearing the speech. Language should promote clear understanding of thoughts, should fit the occasion and be in good taste. 10 points

21. HUMOROUS SPEECH CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA CORRECTNESS of language ensures that attention will be directed toward what the speaker says, not how it is said. Proper use of grammar and correct pronunciation will show that the speaker is the master of the words being used. 5 points

22. TALL TALES CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SPEECH DEVELOPMENT is the way the speaker puts ideas together so the audience can understand them. A good tall tales speech immediately engages the audience�s attention and then builds up to a conclusion. 30 points

23. TALL TALES CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SPEECH TECHNIQES refers to the use of various tall tales skills, such as exaggeration, irony, pun, humor and surprise twists. These techniques are the essence of the tall tale, and they must be skillfully incorporated into the tale. 25 points

24. TALL TALES CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA PHYSICAL presentation of a speech carries part of the responsibility for effective communication. Body language should support points through gestures, expressions and body positions. 15 points

25. TALL TALES CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA VOICE is the sound that carries the message. It should be flexible, moving from one pitch level to another for emphasis, and should have a variety of rate and volume. A good voice can be heard and the words easily understood. 15 points

26. TALL TALES CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA LANGUAGE refers to the choice of words that relate to the story. Language should promote clear understanding of thoughts and should fit the occasion precisely. Proper use of grammar and correct pronunciation will show that the speaker is the master of the words being used. 15 points

27. EVALUATION CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA ANALYTICAL QUALITY refers to the effectiveness of the evaluation. Every evaluation should carefully analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the speaker�s presentation. Were the comments clear and logical? Were specific strengths and weaknesses identified? 40 points

28. EVALUATION CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA RECOMMENDATIONS � An evaluator not only points out the strengths and weaknesses of a speech, but also offers specific recommendations for improvement. Recommendations should be practical, helpful, positive, and enable the speaker to improve in future presentations. 30 points

29. EVALUATION CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA TECHNIQUE refers to the manner in which the evaluator presents comments and recommendations. An evaluator should be sensitive to the feelings and needs of the speaker, yet inspire and encourage the speaker�s future speaking efforts. 15 points

30. EVALUATION CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SUMMATION is how the evaluator concludes the evaluation. The conclusion should briefly summarize the evaluator�s comments and suggestions, and be positive and encouraging. 15 points

31. TABLE TOPICS CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA SPEECH DEVELOPMENT is the way the speaker puts ideas together so the audience can understand them. The response is structured around a purpose that includes an opening, a body and a conclusion. Supporting examples, illustrations, facts and figures should be relevant. 30 points

32. TABLE TOPICS CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA EFFECTIVENESS is your subjective judgment of how the response came across. Were you able to determine the speaker�s purpose? Did the speech relate directly to the given question or topic? Was the response clearly and logically presented? 25 points

33. TABLE TOPICS CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA PHYSICAL presentation of a speech carries part of the responsibility for effective communication. Body language should support points through gestures, expressions and body positions.  15 points

34. TABLE TOPICS CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA VOICE is the sound that carries the message. It should be flexible, moving from one pitch level to another for emphasis, and should have a variety of rate and volume. A good voice can be heard and the words easily understood. 15 points

35. TABLE TOPICS CONTEST JUDGING CRITERIA LANGUAGE refers to the choice of words that relate to the story. Language should promote clear understanding of thoughts and should fit the occasion precisely. Proper use of grammar and correct pronunciation will show that the speaker is the master of the words being used. 15 points

36. ELIGIBILITY A member in good standing of a Club in good standing. International Speech Contest only: Must have completed at least 6 speeches from the C&L Manual, or be a Charter Member of a Club that chartered since July 1.

37. ELIGIBILITY Contestant must maintain eligibility at all levels. If it is subsequently learned that a contestant was ineligible, the contestant must be disqualified even if ineligibility is corrected.

38. ELIGIBILITY INELIGIBLE: International Officers and Directors, District Officers (Governor, any Lieutenant Governor, Division Governor, Area Governor, Secretary, Treasurer or PRO); International Officer and Director candidates; Immediate Past District Governor; announced candidates for District Office; presenters at educational sessions at the Area, Division or District event where the contest is held.

39. ELIGIBILITY No contestant may compete in more than one Area International Speech Contest, or more than one Tall Tales Contest, even if the two are in different Divisions. Each contestant must complete the Speaker�s Certification of Eligibility and Originality.

40. TIMING International and Humorous Speech Contests: Green light at 5 minutes, Yellow light at 6 minutes, Red light at 7 minutes. Disqualification occurs if the contestant speaks for less than 4 minutes 30 seconds or for more than 7 minutes 30 seconds.

41. TIMING Tall Tales Contest: Green light at 3 minutes, Yellow light at 4 minutes, Red light at 5 minutes. Disqualification occurs if the contestant speaks for less than 2 minutes 30 seconds or for more than 5 minutes 30 seconds.

42. Required Contest Roles Contest chair, chief judge, at least 5 judges, a tiebreaking judge, 3 counters, and 2 timers. For the International Contest only at the Division and District levels, there should be at least 7 judges or equal representation from each Area.

43. TIMING Evaluation Contest: Green light at 2 minutes, Yellow light at 2 minutes 30 seconds, Red light at 3 minutes. Disqualification occurs if the contestant speaks for less than 1 minutes 30 seconds or for more than 3 minutes 30 seconds.

44. TIMING Table Topics Contest: Green light at 1 minute, Yellow light at 1 minute 30 seconds, Red light at 2 minutes. Disqualification occurs if the contestant speaks for less than 1 minute or for more than 2 minutes 30 seconds.

45. TIMING Timing begins with the first definite verbal or non-verbal communication with the audience. Lights will remain on until the speech is concluded. No audible device such as a buzzer shall be used. A sightless contestant may choose the warning system for their speech.

46. TIMING In the event of a technical failure of the signal, the speaker is allowed 30 seconds extra before disqualification. Prior to announcing results, the Toastmaster should announce if time disqualifcation(s) occurred, but not the name of the contestant(s) involved.

47. PROTESTS and DISQUALIFICATIONS Protests are limited to judges and contestants. Before a contestant can be disqualified on the basis of originality, the contestant must be given an opportunity to respond to the judges. A majority of judges must concur in the decision.

48. PROTESTS and DISQUALIFICATIONS Quoted material must be so identified during the speech presentation. The contest chairman can disqualify a contestant on the basis of ineligibility. All decisions of the judges are final.

49. LOOSE ENDS FOR THE CHIEF JUDGE Envelopes & sign-in of judges is useful to keep track of ballots. Request attendees to turn off cell phones. Keep the identity of the tie-breaking judge secret.