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Rubrics & Category Descriptions
The official West Georgia Technology Fair Descriptors are listed below.
The official West Georgia Technology Fair Descriptors are listed below.
3D Modeling
3D Modeling
This category is defined as any original artwork digitally created and modeled in three dimensions using specialized software. Software may include, but not be limited to, Tinkercad, Blender, Zbrush, Maya, AutoCad, Sketch Up, GollyGee Blocks, and Light Wave.
This category is defined as any original artwork digitally created and modeled in three dimensions using specialized software. Software may include, but not be limited to, Tinkercad, Blender, Zbrush, Maya, AutoCad, Sketch Up, GollyGee Blocks, and Light Wave.
Models are NOT required to be printed on 3D printer. Project must be presented in the software used to create the model(s).
Models are NOT required to be printed on 3D printer. Project must be presented in the software used to create the model(s).
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will ask questions to determine the level of understanding of the software and design process. They use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will ask questions to determine the level of understanding of the software and design process. They use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Animation
Animation
This category is defined as any original project that generally consists of a sequence of images of the motion of objects to create a video.
Animation can involve programming sprites to talk, move, and interact. This can include, but is not limited to, short movies, music videos, comical shorts, and others by using a variety of animation techniques.
Animation can also be stop-motion animation; the technique of photographing successive drawings or positions of puppets or models to create an illusion of movement when the movie is shown as a sequence.
Software may include, but not be limited to Scratch (or Scratch 2.0 Offline Editor), Alice, Adobe Animate CC, Toontastic, iFunFace, Powtoon, Flipnote Studio 3D, iStopMotion, StikBot, Plotagon, Toon Boom.
Software may include, but not be limited to Scratch (or Scratch 2.0 Offline Editor), Alice, Adobe Animate CC, Toontastic, iFunFace, Powtoon, Flipnote Studio 3D, iStopMotion, StikBot, Plotagon, Toon Boom.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Audio Production
Audio Production
This category is defined as any original audio production that has been edited/produced with digital software. Projects may include speaking, singing, music, sounds effects, and other audio components. Software may include, but are not limited to – Audacity, Garage Band, Wavosaur, EarSketch, Adobe Audition, Wavepad, Acoustica.
This category is defined as any original audio production that has been edited/produced with digital software. Projects may include speaking, singing, music, sounds effects, and other audio components. Software may include, but are not limited to – Audacity, Garage Band, Wavosaur, EarSketch, Adobe Audition, Wavepad, Acoustica.
The project must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created. The student should be prepared to demonstrate to judges how the software was used to create the finished project.
The project must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created. The student should be prepared to demonstrate to judges how the software was used to create the finished project.
You may have up to 2 people on a team. Teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team. Teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the category rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the category rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Device Modification
Device Modification
This category is for devices engineered and/or modified by students to serve a specific purpose or meet a specific goal. Device and parts do not have to be new. However, the device must be fully functional.
This category is for devices engineered and/or modified by students to serve a specific purpose or meet a specific goal. Device and parts do not have to be new. However, the device must be fully functional.
Some examples include, but are not limited to: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Makey Makey projects
Some examples include, but are not limited to: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Makey Makey projects
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Digital Game Design (formerly known as “Game Design”)
Digital Game Design (formerly known as “Game Design”)
Digital Game Design projects should include original content, design, and rules of an interactive game. Students may use the software program of their choice in order to demonstrate creativity, originality, organization, and interactivity. Students should be able to explain to judges what inspired their game idea and how they programmed their game to achieve project goals. Software may include but not limited to Scratch, Hopscotch, GameSalad Creator, Minecraft, Android Studio, Tynker, Unity 3D Game Engine, Gamemaker Studio 2.
Digital Game Design projects should include original content, design, and rules of an interactive game. Students may use the software program of their choice in order to demonstrate creativity, originality, organization, and interactivity. Students should be able to explain to judges what inspired their game idea and how they programmed their game to achieve project goals. Software may include but not limited to Scratch, Hopscotch, GameSalad Creator, Minecraft, Android Studio, Tynker, Unity 3D Game Engine, Gamemaker Studio 2.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Digital Photo Production
Digital Photo Production
This category is defined as any project using a single original student photograph where digital editing tools were used to enhance/modify the image. Images containing non-original content or collages fall under the Graphic Design category.
The project must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created.
The student should be prepared to demonstrate to judges how the software was used to create the finished project. A hard copy of the finished project may be displayed but is not required. Software may include but not limited to Adobe Creative Studio, BeFunky, GIMP, PicMonkey, Pixlr, Pixelmator
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Graphic Design
Graphic Design
Projects in the category use a combination of static images and/or words into a single design to convey information or an idea with an intended effect.
Digital Photography and 3D Modeling are NOT part of this category.
The project, including all images and content, must be displayed on a device using the program in which it was created.
Software may include, but not be limited to, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchpad, ToonBoom.
Software may include, but not be limited to, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchpad, ToonBoom.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Internet Applications
Internet Applications
Projects in this category are network-based applications including, but not limited to, websites, chat rooms, forums, and blogs.
The project must be displayed on a device. Judges may ask to view elements of the design and production process. Source code must be available where applicable. Software may include but not limited to Dreamweaver, WordPress, Weebly, Cloud9, Google Sites
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Mobile Apps
Mobile Apps
An entry in this category is an app that is specifically developed for a mobile device. The app can be developed for any mobile operating system. Students should be able to explain to judges what inspired their idea and how they programmed their app to achieve its intended purpose.
Projects designed as mobile-friendly web pages fall under the Internet Applications category.
The student must be able to run the app on the day of the competition on a device or a mobile simulator.
Software may include, but not limited to Android Studio, MIT App Inventor, Xcode, Appery.io, AppyPie
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Multimedia Applications
Multimedia Applications
Projects in this category are defined as any multi-page creative presentation using any combination of media including audio, video, images, or text.
Videos fall under the Video Production category. Animated movies fall under the Animation category.
Software may include, but is not limited to PowerPoint, Google Slides, Apple Keynote, Canva, Microsoft Sway, Prezi
Grade levels for this category are 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12. The computer is required to display the project.
Grade levels for this category are 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12. The computer is required to display the project.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Productivity Design
Productivity Design
Projects in this category can be developed from various non-multimedia application programs such as desktop publishing, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, or any other non-multimedia software.
While physical hard copies can be presented for judging purposes, it's important to note that large-scale displays are not permissible within this category.
Software may include, but is not limited to Office 365 Applications (Publisher, Access, etc.), Google Workspace Applications, Canva, Apple Productivity Tools (Numbers, Pages, etc.)
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Project Programming
Project Programming
Projects in this category are executable programs created by the student using a programming language. All parts of the program must be the author’s own design. Programs must be functional and have a specified intended purpose.
During the evaluation, students will showcase a proficient grasp of the code and effectively articulate their coding rationale.
Sample programming languages include, but are not limited to Java, Python, Perl, Javascript, C++, PHP, Swift.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
You may have up to 2 people on a team but teams and individuals will compete against each other within each grade grouping.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length of the project, the judge time is 15 minutes. Judges may only view a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Robotics
Robotics
Projects in this category are autonomous machines engineered and programmed by the student from their own concepts and designs, or published drawings/kits. Once started, the robotics project should operate as a standalone independent machine without human interaction. Devices controlled through direct, real-time remote control by the student are not appropriate (ie: remote controlled cars).
Examples of commercially available robotics kits (but not limited to) Lego, K'Nex, Capsella, VEX, Technics, student-engineered robot designs and concepts are encouraged.
A project may have a single member or a two-person team, but teams and individuals will compete against each other within grade groupings.
A project may have a single member or a two-person team, but teams and individuals will compete against each other within grade groupings.
Regardless of the length or complexity of the project, the judge time slots are 15 minutes in length. Judges may view only a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length or complexity of the project, the judge time slots are 15 minutes in length. Judges may view only a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
VIDEO PRODUCTION
VIDEO PRODUCTION
Video Production includes any original video project that has been edited on a computer with digital video editing software and exported into a digital video format. The project must be displayed for viewing on a computer. Judges will ask questions to determine the level of understanding of the software and production process.
Stop-motion and animation projects fall under the Animation category.
Software may include, but not limited to Adobe Premier, Apple Final Cut Pro, Apple iMovie (free for Mac), Wondershare Filmora (free version), VDSC Free Video Editor, Shotcut (free)
A project may have a single member or a two-person team, but teams and individuals will compete against each other within grade groupings.
A project may have a single member or a two-person team, but teams and individuals will compete against each other within grade groupings.
Regardless of the length or complexity of the project, the judge time slots are 15 minutes in length. Judges may view only a portion of the actual project.
Regardless of the length or complexity of the project, the judge time slots are 15 minutes in length. Judges may view only a portion of the actual project.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Judges will use a category rubric as a guideline for exemplary characteristics of projects in this category. Students should use the rubric as a guide for what judges are looking for.
Tech Programming Challenge-State Competition Only (before registering-contact Mrs. Clark)
Tech Programming Challenge-State Competition Only (before registering-contact Mrs. Clark)
This category is an on-site event in which one student is given a series of problems that she/he must solve during the two-hour competition time. Each individual will be awarded points for each problem solved correctly. Programs will also be judged on structure, design, and organization.
This category is an on-site event in which one student is given a series of problems that she/he must solve during the two-hour competition time. Each individual will be awarded points for each problem solved correctly. Programs will also be judged on structure, design, and organization.
Any questions regarding interpretation of the problems must be submitted in writing to the judges who may choose to answer or reject the question. The decisions of the judges are final.
Any questions regarding interpretation of the problems must be submitted in writing to the judges who may choose to answer or reject the question. The decisions of the judges are final.
Competition will begin with a briefing session. The contest problems will be distributed to all teams at the same time. At the end of the two hours, the programs developed in the competition will be submitted for judging. The judges will use the contestants’ computers to check the solutions to the problems. Results will be announced at an awards ceremony.
Competition will begin with a briefing session. The contest problems will be distributed to all teams at the same time. At the end of the two hours, the programs developed in the competition will be submitted for judging. The judges will use the contestants’ computers to check the solutions to the problems. Results will be announced at an awards ceremony.
Each contestant is required to bring the computer of their choice, appropriate operating system software, and programming software with which to compete. Students must also bring a power strip and extension cord to the test site. Contestants may bring an additional computer only for emergency situations in the event that one computer does not function. However, back up computers must remain unplugged and may not be used unless permission is obtained from one of the judges. Contestants may bring to the contest only the manuals for their computers. Any contestant using other resources including textbooks, published program listings, notes, or any storage media, will be disqualified.
Each contestant is required to bring the computer of their choice, appropriate operating system software, and programming software with which to compete. Students must also bring a power strip and extension cord to the test site. Contestants may bring an additional computer only for emergency situations in the event that one computer does not function. However, back up computers must remain unplugged and may not be used unless permission is obtained from one of the judges. Contestants may bring to the contest only the manuals for their computers. Any contestant using other resources including textbooks, published program listings, notes, or any storage media, will be disqualified.
Contestants will not be permitted to communicate with their advisors. No visitors will be allowed in the testing areas. Contestants will be monitored on a random basis. Each contestant must be able to enter their programming code, execute the solutions to the problems and save them as directed by the judges.
Contestants will not be permitted to communicate with their advisors. No visitors will be allowed in the testing areas. Contestants will be monitored on a random basis. Each contestant must be able to enter their programming code, execute the solutions to the problems and save them as directed by the judges.
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