NOF Judge Academy

A quick overview of the judging procedure from the start of the tournament to ballot submission.

Check your knowledge on Lesson 1: Judging Procedure

Learn how to use the timer on the ballot and give time signals to the competitors during the round.

Check your knowledge of Lesson 2: Timing Competitors.

Here is an overview on when and how to report a ‘no-show’ competitor.

Check your knowledge of Lesson 2: Timing Competitors.

Here is an overview on how to give constructive feedback.

Check your knowledge of Lesson 2: Timing Competitors.

Here is an overview of proper judging etiquette

Check your knowledge of Lesson 2: Timing Competitors.

A step-by-step tutorial on how to use the electronic ballot.

Check your knowledge of Lesson 2: Timing Competitors.

Here is an overview on how to find and administer speech topics.

Check your knowledge of Lesson 2: Timing Competitors.

Here is an overview on how to add feedback after submitting your ballot.

Check your knowledge of Lesson 2: Timing Competitors.

Here is a quick overview on what to do when there is an odd number of competitors in the SPAR round.

Here is an overview on what to do when you have 5 ranks from 6 competitors in a SPAR round

Here are some tips and suggestions for evaluating competitors.

Here are short Q&A based on the most frequently asked questions

Submit the quiz below to complete your certification. A score of 100% is required to pass.

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