National Association of County Agricultural Agents

COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS PROGRAM

Purpose

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

11. Publication - An educational publication on one or more subjects that is more extensive than class 10 - Fact Sheet. Publication may be a fact sheet that is more than one page or a bulletin. Indicate intended audience, purpose and number distributed.

SCORECARD CLASS 11
PUBLICATION

Possible Points

1. Content

40

Does the title help the reader understand the content? Is the information useful and timely? Is the information presented in a logical progression? Does is provide enough detail for the reader to be able to use the information or indicate where to learn more?

2. Readability

40

Is the writing well organized and clearly written, using correct sentence structure, spelling and punctuation? Does it have simple sentences, short? Paragraphs and easily understood terms? Is the language suitable for the audience for which it is intended?

3. Design and Appearance

20

Does the format and design attract and hold the attention of the reader? Do illustrations support the information? Is the design appropriate for the audience? Is white space used effectively? Are sub-headings used to help organize the information? Is the reproduction clear and clean?

Total Points

100

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