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Contest: Woodworking - 2007 Results and Pictures |
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Criteria for Scoring Woodworking Projects 4-H'ers can expect their state level projects to be evaluated in the following manner:
Knowledge of Subject 30 percent of grade for Classes J-1 to J-4
According to the tools identified in the project book and skills learned from the project, judges will be able to get a feel of the breadth of knowledge each 4-H'er has for the project level. For example, did the youth learn one new skill or a few new skills; did they do a good job making a project demonstrating the skills they learned: does the level of difficulty match the youth's age and experience level?
Knowledge, Skills and Use of Advanced Techniques 30 percent of grade for Classes J-5 to J-8
Members should demonstrate their knowledge of woodworking techniques, skills developed and the use of advanced jointing techniques in their project. Judges should get a feel for the knowledge the member has developed through their project. A member should be able to explain what techniques they used and why they were used. Quality of workmanship and use of appropriate design is another important factor in judging.
Skill Project made at fair 30 percent of grade for Classes J-1 to J-4 20 percent of grade for Classes J-5 to J-8
By making a project at the fair, 4-H'ers can demonstrate their proficiency with selected tools, cuts and measurements. This component of the evaluation is important to help judges understand the proficiency of skills possessed by the child. Time limits are given for each project so that 4-H'ers can keep moving through the judging process. (Reference the skill project descriptions for current tools and materials used in each state fair class).
Home project brought to judging 20 percent of grade for Classes J-1 to J-4 30 percent of grade for Classes J-5 to J-8
The project built at home will be evaluated according to the skills and tools learned from the project book. The score sheet has an area to select the types of tools used on the home project for each project area. Participants in higher classes should also show knowledge and the use of tools in previous levels. As always, it is important the student show proficiency and use of tools in the class they are enrolled; other tools used from higher project levels will not count towards project grade. Youth will not be disqualified for using tools in higher levels; they just won't get credit for using them. There is not a standard project that every student be expected to make; we want youth to make a project that interests them and is of some use. However, students will be graded against the same standards using similar tools and skills (as identified in their 4-H project), even though their projects will look differently than other 4-H'ers in the same level.
Interview Skills 20 percent of grade for all classes
The interview is an important component to the evaluation process. The 4-H program is not in the business of selecting the 4-H'ers who have the most tools in their tool box, or who can build the best bird house. The 4-H program helps youth develop critical “life” skills that will help them in future experiences. The important part of the project completion is the youth's understanding of what he or she has achieved, and how well this information can be communicated to an adult volunteer. Building communication skills, learning how to interview, and speaking with a positive attitude helps youth build their self-esteem and become confident in their speaking abilities.
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Questions? Please see Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.) or contact Assistant Superintendent Randall Reeder at reeder.1@osu.edu © 2008 - Ohio 4-H Youth Development |
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