"I would think that it would be a tremendous help if those who were being judged knew what the judge was judging them on, ie, they had a copy of the point system to refer to."
I disagree. If you did this, then people would make their lace entry to only meet the requirements and judging criteria, and I think it would stifle creativity and those who strive to broaden their horizons. It's like tailoring your curriculum in schools and giving kids 'practice' tests in preparation for taking a state test or some other major test. In Colorado we have the CSAPs which is a standard test administered to all elementary students grades 3 and up, middles school and I think 9th and possibly 10th grades. Many schools start to 'prepare' their students in 2nd grade for taking the test in 3rd grade, with tailored curriculums and practice tests. All they are doing is teaching the kids to take the test not teaching them content. It's the same with giving entrants the judging criteria. You don't give the answers to the student or examinee before the exam - it defeats the purpose. Cheers, Helen, in Denver - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
