Performance, Technical, Presentation, and Teamwork.


Below is an overview of each award and its scoring criteria. Point distribution is to be used as a structural guideline for judges, but WILL NOT be the decision-maker for the award itself. Judge observations and comments will play a role (if not the largest role) in who wins the award. Team impression counts!!

2007: 4 advancing slots.

	The CHAMPION'S AWARD is the most prestigious award that any team can win. Teams considered for the Director's Award are those that perform well in technical and team performance categories, as well as those who creatively and enthusiastically embrace the wonders of science and technology. Gracious Professionalism is key. The winning team receives the honor of serving as a valued role model for FIRST and the FIRST LEGO League Programs. Robot Design/Programming 25% Robot Performance 25% Project Presentation 25% Teamwork 25%

	The PERFORMANCE AWARDS are given to the highest ranking teams at the competition. Rankings are assigned based on points accumulated from each match. First Place 100% Second Place 100% Third Place 100%

	The ROBOT DESIGN AWARD is given to the team that can best communicate and demonstrate its ability to use creative, innovative design concepts to produce a solid, consistent and reliable robot. Innovative Design 50% Robust Design 50%

	The PROGRAMMING AWARD honors the team who best understands and applies innovative programming principles, creating an effective and efficient program that is able to consistently complete complex tasks on the field. Students must be able to clearly describe their thought behind their code and demonstrate said code, if asked. Attention will also be paid to the neatness, organization, and creativity in code. Innovative Programming 50% Robust Programming 50%

	"POWER PUZZLE" PROJECT AWARD to the team whose quality research (what?), innovative solutions (how? and why?), and creative presentation best reflect an in-depth understanding of the various scientific disciplines and issues involved with this year's FLL theme. Research Quality 20% Innovative Solution 30% Creative Presentation 50%

	The TEAM SPIRIT & TEAMWORK AWARD is given to the team who is able to maintain an enthusiastic and energetic display as well as support for other teams throughout the entire event both on and off the field. This is the team who best represents Gracious Professional and brings a unique flavor to the FLL event!

	The WEBSITE AWARD is given to the team who has demonstrated good web design skills by producing a clean, organized, and thoughtful website representing their team. While looks do make a website more attractive, remember that content counts! Organization 30% Aesthetics 20% Content 50%

	The JUDGE'S AWARD goes to the team who has impressed the judges on many levels but does not fit the criteria of any of the existing awards. This team possesses unique qualities, which don't fit in any particular box and make them an all-around award deserving team.

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JUDGING SCHEDULE

DESIGN and PROGRAMMING: 9:30AM to 12PM, Tilden Room (5th Flr).
RESEARCH: 9:30AM to 12PM, Stephens (3rd Flr) and Tan Oak Rooms (4th Flr).
PERFORMANCE: 1:00PM - 4:00PM, Tilden Room (5th Flr).
TEAMWORK & TEAM SPIRIT and JUDGES: All day observations.
WEBSITE: Friday, 12/8/07 12PM - NOON. Submissions to alyssaavestro@berkeley.edu