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Judging . Tips for Judges. Judging . Model professional, respectful behavior at all times. Judging . Make sure there are no conflicts of interest of any kind in relation to you as a judge. Judging . Judge the debaters on the quality of the arguments they make. Judging .
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Judging Tips for Judges
Judging Model professional, respectful behavior at all times
Judging Make sure there are no conflicts of interest of any kind in relation to you as a judge
Judging Judge the debaters on the quality of the arguments they make
Judging Prefer balanced, straightforward interpretations of the resolution to unfair or obscure interpretations.
Judging Assess the impact of each argument on the truth or falsehood of the debated topic
Judging Prefer quality and depth to mere quantity of arguments
Judging Consider quoted evidence only as support for arguments explained by the debaters
Judging Treat clear communication as a major consideration
Judging Write constructive suggestions for each team and a thorough reason for decision
Judging Write constructive suggestions for each team and a thorough reason for decision
Judging Listen carefully and make notes- using a flow sheet.