To recognize NACAA members who excel in communicating programs and ideas to their clientele.
Eligibility and Judging Criteria | Entry | Abstract | Awards
Deadline
Submit entries by March 15 to your Communications Committee State Chair.
Category
5. Personal Column - Clippings and original copy for two columns for two different dates.
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SCORECARD CLASS 5 |
Possible Points |
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1. Content |
25 |
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Does the column contain useful, timely information? Does it provide enough details for the reader to be able to use the information or tell the reader where to learn more? |
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2. Personalized Approach |
20 |
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Is the column written in a conversational style? Does the writer make use of personal or local anecdotes to get his/her point across? Does the writer talk to the readers rather than down to them? |
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3. Creativity |
25 |
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Does the writer show originality in choice of topics or presentation of material? Does the writer's personality come through in his/her writing? Does the lead paragraph hook the reader and make him/her want to continue reading? Is the column well-written? |
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4. Readability |
20 |
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Is the writing well-organized with good paragraph transitions, generally short sentences, short paragraphs and easily understood terms? Is the writing free of spelling, grammar and punctuation error? |
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5. Appearance of Original Copy |
10 |
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Is the copy double-spaced with indented paragraphs and margins of at least one inch on all sides? |
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Total Points |
100 |
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