TIPS FROM...
Qing Fang,
Scientist, PhD, MD
Judge for: Westchester Rockland JSHS, WESEF
Priti Moudgill,
Engineer, Scientist, Entrepreneur
Judge for: Somers Science Fair
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John Scott,
MD
Judge for: Somers Science Fair, JSHS
What is the first thing you look for when you view a poster or presentation?
“Organization, eye-catching, aesthetically pleasing”
“A good story/flow of information”
“Scientific method being demonstrated graphically. Comprehensible slides and figures.”
What is more important: the physical presentation or the verbal presentation?
“Both equally as important - impressive research + good mannerisms/energy is ideal.
Especially on Zoom, we can tell if a student is reading off a prewritten script.”
“The poster/slideshow.”
“Equal. They have to verbally explain in a straightforward way the complex slides and figures.”
What are some “WOW” factors you have seen students do?
“On Zoom, there was a student that wore a suit and tie and stood up while giving his presentation. Very formal and made us feel respected.”
“Tell a good story that clearly highlights their own contribution.”
“They tell an easy to follow story that has a punchline that I care about.”
What makes the difference between a winning and a losing project if the competition is tight?
“The novelty of the research”
“The Q&A session.”
“Conclusiveness of data, evidence of student development and performance of experimental design and data gathering.”
What are three things you EXPECT from a prepared student?
“Good manners/energy while giving the talk. Demonstrates clearly that the project is well-developed. Logical and easy to follow flow of information.”
“Interest/passion for their work. A deep understanding of their project area. A clear idea of the “why” question.“
“Understanding of their data and experimental design. Clear simple delivery. “
I wouldn’t separate the advice and make distinctions between people using colors; it's kind of hard to read. I would just label each piece of feedback with the person's name (ie Dr. Fang: -----). I think it’s so cool how you went above and beyond to reach out to the judges and get their responses and advice!
TIPS FROM...
Qing Fang,
Scientist, PhD, MD
Judge for: Westchester Rockland JSHS, WESEF
Priti Moudgill,
Engineer/scientist/entrepreneur
Judge for: Somers Science Fair
John Scott, MD
Judge for: Somers Science Fair, JSHS
What is the first thing you look for when you view a poster or presentation?
“Organization, eye-catching, aesthetically pleasing”
“A good story/flow of information”
“Scientific method being demonstrated graphically. Comprehensible slides and figures.”
What is more important: the physical presentation or the verbal presentation?
“Both equally as important - impressive research + good mannerisms/energy is ideal.
Especially on Zoom, we can tell if a student is reading off a prewritten script.”
“The poster/slideshow.”
“Equal. They have to verbally explain in a straightforward way the complex slides and figures.”
What are some “WOW” factors you have seen students do?
“On Zoom, there was a student that wore a suit and tie and stood up while giving his presentation. Very formal and made us feel respected.”
“Tell a good story that clearly highlights their own contribution.”
“They tell an easy to follow story that has a punchline that I care about.”
What makes the difference between a winning and a losing project if the competition is tight?
“The novelty of the research”
“The Q&A session.”
“Conclusiveness of data, evidence of student development and performance of experimental design and data gathering.”
What are three things you EXPECT from a prepared student?
“Good manners/energy while giving the talk. Demonstrates clearly that the project is well-developed. Logical and easy to follow flow of information.”
“Interest/passion for their work. A deep understanding of their project area. A clear idea of the “why” question.“
“Understanding of their data and experimental design. Clear simple delivery. “
Name, profession
Competitions judged
What is the first thing you look for when you view a poster or presentation?
What is more important: the physical presentation or the verbal presentation?
What are some “WOW” factors you have seen students do?
What makes the difference between a winning and a losing project if the competition is tight?
What are three things you EXPECT from a prepared student?
Qing Fang,
Scientist, PhD, MD
Westchester Rockland JSHS, WESEF
Organization, eye-catching, aesthetically pleasing
Both equally as important - impressive research + good mannerisms/energy is ideal.
Especially on Zoom, we can tell if a student is reading off a prewritten script.
On Zoom, there was a student that wore a suit and tie and stood up while giving his presentation. Very formal and made us feel respected.
The novelty of the research
Good manners/energy while giving the talk. Demonstrates clearly that the project is well-developed. Logical and easy to follow flow of information.
Priti Moudgill, Engineer/scientist/entrepreneur
Somers Science Fair
A good story/flow of information
The poster/slideshow.
Tell a good story that clearly highlights their own contribution
The Q&A session.
Interest/passion for their work. A deep understanding of their project area. A clear idea of the “why” question.
John Scott, MD
JSHS
Scientific method being demonstrated graphically. Comprehensible slides and figures
equal =They have to verbally explain in a straightforward way the complex slides and figures.
They tell a easy to follow story that has a punchline that I care about.
Conclusiveness of data, evidence of student development and performance of experimental design and data gathering
Understanding of their data and experimental design. Clear simple delivery.
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