Speech
Description
The Speech category provides an opportunity for participants to showcase their oratory skills, persuasive communication, and ability to inspire through well-crafted speeches. Open exclusively to individual participants, this category emphasises the art of speech as a powerful tool for advocacy, education, and storytelling.
Participants can deliver original speeches, debates, or spoken word performances. The focus is on clarity, creativity, and the ability to engage an audience while addressing important topics or sharing personal insights.
Focus Areas
- Social Change – Advocating for solutions to global or local challenges.
- Education and Awareness – Informative speeches on scientific, historical, or cultural topics.
- Inspiration and Motivation – Speeches that uplift and encourage audiences.
- Storytelling – Sharing personal experiences or imaginative narratives.
- Debate and Argumentation – Presenting compelling arguments with evidence and logic.
Application Rules
Eligibility
- Submissions are open to individual participants only.
- Submissions must be original. Plagiarism or use of pre-existing work without proper credit will result in disqualification.
Speech Video
- A 2 to 3-minute video of the speech performance.
- Presented in English with clear audio and visuals.
- File name: English characters only, less than 25 characters.
- Submit in a standard format (e.g., MP4) via the submission portal.
Judging Criteria
Content Quality and Originality (30%)
- Relevance: Does the speech align with the specified focus areas?
- Depth of Ideas: Are the ideas well-developed and demonstrate a thorough understanding or exploration of the topic?
- Accuracy: Are the facts or arguments presented accurate and supported by evidence, where applicable?
- Creativity and Innovation: How original is the speech in terms of its message, approach, or perspective? Does the speaker use unique storytelling techniques, rhetorical devices, or engaging formats?
- Memorability: Does the speech leave a lasting impression due to its fresh perspective or distinctive delivery?
Delivery and Engagement (25%)
- Clarity of Speech: Is the speech clear and easy to follow?
- Expression and Emotion: Does the speaker use tone, emotion, and gestures effectively to enhance the delivery?
- Audience Engagement: Does the speech capture and maintain the audience’s attention throughout?
- Confidence and Stage Presence: How confident and poised is the speaker during the performance?
Impact and Relevance (20%)
- Impactfulness: Does the speech leave a lasting impression or inspire the audience?
- Relevance to Audience: Is the content meaningful and relatable to the intended audience?
- Call to Action or Insight: Does the speech motivate, educate, or provoke thoughtful reflection?
Technical Execution (15%)
- Audio and Visual Quality: Are the audio and visuals clear, ensuring the speech is easily understood and visually engaging?
- Adherence to Guidelines: Does the submission comply with all specified requirements (e.g., duration, file format, naming conventions)?
- Pacing and Timing: Is the speech delivered at an appropriate pace, staying within the 2 to 3-minute timeframe without feeling rushed or overly drawn out?
Problem-Solving Focus (10%)
- Problem Identification: Does the speech clearly identify a specific problem or challenge?
- Proposed Solutions: Are the proposed solutions practical, innovative, and well-explained?
- Feasibility and Impact: Does the speech demonstrate how the solution could realistically make a positive impact?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can international participants join?
Yes, this competition is open to participants from all countries unless explicitly restricted by specific eligibility criteria.
Are team members required to be from the same school or organisation?
No, team members can be from different schools, organisations, or even different locations, as long as collaboration is feasible.
Can I submit a project I’ve already presented elsewhere?
Yes, but it must meet the research paper requirements and include a new angle or updated findings.
Can I submit in more than one category?
Yes, you can submit projects in multiple categories, but only one submission per category is allowed.
Social Change
Advocate transformative solutions for pressing global or local issues, empowering audiences to act towards equity, justice, sustainability, and improved societal well-being.
Education and Awareness
Deliver insightful speeches on scientific, historical, or cultural topics, enlightening audiences with accurate knowledge and fostering a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Inspiration and Motivation
Craft uplifting narratives that ignite hope, resilience, and ambition, encouraging audiences to embrace challenges and achieve their personal and collective potential.
Storytelling
Share vivid personal experiences or imaginative tales that captivate, connect emotionally, and convey profound truths or lessons through the timeless art of storytelling.
Debate and Argumentation
Present persuasive arguments supported by evidence and logic, demonstrating critical thinking and mastery of rhetoric in addressing thought-provoking topics or complex issues.
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