Theme: Empathy by Design
Integration of the theme of Empathy by Design is the inspiration for the overall idea and/or is apparent in one or more components of the project.
Expo Fest Judging Criteria 2016
Viability
Idea represents a unique solution or innovative approach to a real problem showing promise for future development.
Creative Thinking
Idea demonstrates highly creative thinking and is unique in its development or application.
Differentiation / Competitor Analysis
Effort has been put into identifying existing similar solutions, and how the team’s project is unique or offers an improved approach.
PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
PROJECT IDEA
Expert Input
Project development has been clearly advised by a field expert and his/her contributions have been incorporated.
Experiment or Testing Method
Experimentation process or testing methods are valid and effectively evaluate key components of the idea.
Hypothesis or Theory of the Solution
Includes a well-defined hypothesis or theory of solution that is testable and directly supports the project.
Evidence & Research
Idea is based on extensive and valid research. Supporting data stands up to scrunity.
RESULTS AND DATA ANALYSIS
Mathematical Analysis
Product/service or solutions are based on real-world mathematical analysis.
Results
Results are accurate and clearly documented in detail. Results are easy to understand through tables, graphics, etc.
Description of the Project
Project is complete with detailed descriptions of the product, service, or solution.
Interpretation of Data
Employs appropriate and unbiased interpretation of the data collected. Validation or modifications based on the data analysis are clearly identified.
WRITTEN DOCUMENTATION
Citation of Sources
All content properly references and cites extensive, valid research.
Writing Quality
Writing quality, formatting, language, and voice are consistent and well executed.
Explanation of Concept
Documentation substantiates, clearly defines, and provides ample explanation of project problem and solution.
WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA
Content Organization & Site Design
Sites are easily navigable, user friendly and asthetically pleasing
Social Media
Social media is intergral, thoughtful, engaging, and consistent
Creativity
Online presence is a creative and engaging component of promotion
MARKETING & IMAGE
* Alpha and Beta Testing - see prototypes 1-5
* Project is a unique and marketable mobile app.
*Qualitative evidence of iterative design based on feedback from research.
*White Paper and content & technical specs.
Creativity of Social Media
Social media is integral, thoughtful, engaging and consistent.
Content Organization & Site Design
Sites are easily navigable, user friendly, and aesthetically pleasing.
* Link to download/ install mobile app.
Communication of Project Concepts
Includes creative, relevant artwork and/or graphics that effectively and creatively communicate the concept.
Promotional Campaign
Promotional campaign is innovative and sustainable.
Marketing Strategies
Students represent their project with creative marketing that attracts the intended audience to learn more about the product or service.
Exhibition Space
Image in exhibition space incorporates a zero-waste mentality with reduced waste for marketing overall and promotional products that are biodegradable, recyclable, recycle-made, and/or multipurpose.