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DownloadTier One
Does the video follow the guidelines? (Yes/No)
- 1) Does the video run within the 60-second time limit (not including the 5 second title slide)? yes
- 2) Is the information included in the video accurate and current? yes
- 3) There are no copyrighted materials used in the video. yes
- 4) Is the video in English or does it have English subtitles? yes
- 5) Does the video include how human population growth impacts one of this year's global topics? yes
Tier Two
Quality of Video
20% - Population Connection: Does the video show how human population growth impacts the chosen global topic?
4 Points
The video clearly and comprehensively shows how human population growth impacts the chosen global topic.
3 Points
There is a connection on how human population growth impacts the chosen topic.
2 Points
Human population growth is mentioned but it is not clear how it impacts the chosen global topic.
1 Point
Human population growth is not mentioned or is incorrectly tied to the chosen global topic.
20% - Topic Knowledge: Does the video explain what the topic is and why it is important?
4 Points
The video gives the viewer a strong understanding of the topic and expertly explains the topic’s importance.
3 Points
The video gives the viewer a general understanding of the topic and explains the topic’s importance.
2 Points
The video provides little explanation for the viewer to understand the topic or why it is important.
1 Point
The video does not explain the chosen topic well and/or why it is
important.
20% - Sustainable Solution: Is the solution offered appropriate and supported by claims in the video?
4 Points
A well-thought-out sustainable solution is offered that clearly addresses the global topic, is comprehensive, and logical.
3 Points
The solution is sustainable, addresses the global topic, and is logical.
2 Points
A solution is offered but does not match the global topic, is not logical or is unsustainable.
1 Point
No solution is offered.
20% - Memorable/Creative: Is the video creative and engaging?
4 Points
The video is memorable, creative, and unique. It leaves the viewer wanting more.
3 Points
The video is creative and engages the viewer.
2 Points
The video has some creativity and mildly engages the viewer.
1 Point
The video lacks creativity and does not engage the viewer.
20% - Production: What is the overall quality of the video production (including visual and sound elements)?
4 Points
A clear effort was made in editing the video, the sound is well-balanced and easy to hear, the visuals enhance the message, and all speech is at an understandable pace.
3 Points
The video shows some editing efforts. Sound is balanced and easy to hear. Sound and visual elements blend with video’s message. Pacing is good throughout the video overall.
2 Points
The video was somewhat planned. Some sound or visual elements are distracting or pacing makes the video hard to
understand.
1 Point
Very little effort was put into editing. Sound is of poor quality. Many sound and visual elements distract from the video’s message.
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