2019 WA Challenge Pack

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TOM-munication WA REGIONAL FINAL 2019

Language Literature

© Copyright 2019 Tournament of Minds Ltd. 2

WA Regional Final 2019

LANGUAGE LITERATURE This Challenge must be read in conjunction with the 2019 Instruction Manual.

TOM-munication

A. INTRODUCTIONOver the history of communication, language has evolved and changed to create new meaning, reflectnew contexts and to allow us to share our ideas in new ways. New words and language featuresevolve when new ideas need to be communicated. Nowadays, changes in society are happeningmore swiftly, communication is struggling to keep up and the available language features are nolonger enough. It’s now time for a creative new language feature …

B. CHALLENGEYour team, the TOM - munication Group (Telling Our Meaning - munication) has been given the taskof developing a new language feature. Each member of your team is an expert in a specific languagefeature or communication style, and together you have a great range of communication techniquesmaking your team a highly talented language group. Language features team members representmust include Spoonerism, Malapropism, Emoji and Alliteration. The remaining team members areable to choose their own language feature. Each language feature represented by a team membermust be used meaningfully throughout the presentation. How will your team select the new languagefeature? What will it be?

C. PRESENTATION AND SCORING

During your presentation, your team should endeavour to:

1 Context Explain clearly the need for a new language feature

0 - 20 points

2 Development Process Outline creatively the collaborative development, trial and refinement of the new language feature

0 - 40 points

3 Use Language for Meaning and Effect Demonstrate each team member’s expertise in their own language feature by naturally weaving it into the performance.

0 - 40 points

4 Language in Context Use the newly developed language feature effectively in the presentation

0 - 30 points

5 Characteristics Show quality of new language feature - creative name, definition and suggested use

0 - 40 points

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Before you commence your presentation, you must present the following written information to the judges:

• A copy of your script

• Completed copies of the Outside Assistance Form and Presentation Skills Form

• Any other required written material – Language Feature Sheet

Maximum score possible: 170 points

D. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS CHALLENGELanguage Feature Sheet (see Appendix 1)

E. LIMITATIONSRefer also to those listed in the 2019 Instruction Manual.

1. The total time for setting up, performing the Challenge solution and clearing away is tenminutes.

2. The judges or room monitor will indicate when your performance time is to begin and when nineminutes have elapsed. At ten minutes your performance will be stopped.

3. A minimum of four team members must be within the performance area at all times.

4. The team members who are performing must be visibly inside the 3m x 3m performance area.

5. Only items listed under ‘Allowable Materials’ may be used for costumes and props.

6. Overall costs are limited to $75.00 in accordance with the 2019 Instruction Manual.

F. PRESENTATION SKILLS & OVERALL DRAMATIC PERFORMANCEYour team must select two presentation skills and, on the Presentation Skills Form provided, explainwhy you have chosen this dramatic technique, and how this technique enhances the communicationof the solution to the audience.

It is the responsibility of the team to ensure that the Presentation Skills Form is written so that it directsthe judges’ attention to the nominated categories including:

• How the nominated presentation skill is used

• How the nominated aspect emphasises the quality of the solution

• How the nominated aspect is relevant to the solution.

Neither of the two summaries should be more than fifty words in length.

Each of the two categories will be worth 0 to 20 points.



The judges will also allocate up to 10 points for the overall dramatic performance of the team. Overall Dramatic Performance is defined as the extent to which the performance had excitement, flair, creativity or impact that was related to the challenge solution. Basic stagecraft skills need to be evident in your performance.

Maximum possible ...................... 50 points

G. BONUS POINTS1. In each of the following no partial points will be awarded.

2. All props and costumes made by team members from the list of Allowable Materials .... 15 points

3. All paperwork completed and supplied to judges:a. One copy of the scriptb. Outside Assistance Formc. Presentation Skills Formd. Required written materials .................................................................................... 10 points

4. All team members played a meaningful part/role in the Challenge solution andpresentation. .................................................................................................................... 10 points

5. Minimum of four team members in the performance area at all times. ............................ 10 points

6. Presentation area cleared to the satisfaction of the judges. .............................................. 5 points

Maximum possible ...................... 50 points

H. PENALTY POINTS Violation of the spirit of the Tournament ........................................................................ 0 to – 50 points

I. TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR WILL PROVIDE:At the presentation site:

1. A minimum of two judges.

2. A timing device for the judges.

3. Score sheets and pens or pencils for the judges.

4. A defined stage or floor performance area of approximately 3m x 3m.

5. Two chairs and a table that may be used in the performance.

6. An electrical outlet that will accept a three-prong plug for use in the performance.Any electrical items must be tagged with a current safety tag.

Teams must bring any power boards and extension cords needed.



J. PRESENTATION DEVICESAny of these electrical items may be used during the presentation of your challenge solution - laptopcomputer, data projector, television, DVD player, CD-player, MP3/MP4 players or any other audiovisual or Information Technology device which benefits your team’s presentation.

Read Section 4.2 (The Presentation) of your 2019 Instruction Manual for guidelines on setting up anduse of equipment during the 10 minutes challenge solution presentation. Preparation of audio visualmaterials for use during the presentation must also comply with 'Outside Assistance Guidelines’.

All electrical devices including power boards and extension leads are the responsibility of the team butdo not need to be included in cost forms. They will also need to be tagged with a current safety tag on.Screened images must be projected to appear within or directly behind, the 3m square.

Adjustments to the lighting will be at the Director’s discretion. Teams are, however, advised not to relyon lighting adjustments in their performance.

K. ALLOWABLE MATERIALS FOR COSTUMES & PROPSONLY the following materials may be used for the creation of your props and costumes.

Aluminium foil Balloons Balls – ping pong, foam, polystyrene, plastic Blu-Tack Buttons Cardboard Cellophane Cling Wrap Cotton Wool Crayons Dried Peas, beans Drinking straws *Dye - fabric, foodElasticElastic bandsFeathersFabric – any type inc.furFishing line

Foam rubber Gloves Glue Goggle eyes Hessian Magnets Make-up and hair products Nails, screws, bolts Paddle pop sticks Paints, textas Pantyhose Paper – butchers, plain, coloured, crepe, tissue Paper clips – all sorts Paper plates, paper cups Pasta Pencils, pens Pins – safety, split, hair Pipe cleaners

Papier Mache - eg Mix It Plastic – piping, tubing, bags etc Plasticine, play dough Polystyrene Raffia Ribbon Socks Staples String, twine Swimming caps Tape - adhesive, masking, duct Torch (in working order) Velcro Whistles Wire Wood Yarn – cotton, woollen etc

NOTE: Value of materials used per team must not exceed $75.

*Dye may be used in your preparation but must NOT be brought in liquid form to Tournament ofMinds venues.

Your team may use standard school equipment to construct props, costumes and apparatus, e.g., scissors, hammers, screwdrivers, sewing machines, paintbrushes etc.



APPENDIX 1 LANGUAGE FEATURE SHEET

Character and designated language feature

Brief definition of language feature

Examples of language feature in presentation

New language feature - name Definition Examples of language feature in presentation


A Legacy of Inclusion WA REGIONAL FINAL 2019

Social Sciences

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SOCIAL SCIENCES This Challenge must be read in conjunction with the 2019 Instruction Manual.

A Legacy of Inclusion

A. INTRODUCTIONAn International event, with a focus on Global Inclusion, is scheduled to take place in the near future.

For a variety of reasons not all countries are supporting the event. The International OrganisingCommittee is a great advocate of the event and desires to increase participation rates, so has begun acampaign with a focus on Inclusion for all participants.

B. CHALLENGEYour team must choose a country (real or imagined) and outline the reasons behind their non-participation in your chosen Event. Your team is to develop both an awareness raising campaign forInclusion and leave a lasting legacy in that country for the future of a policy of inclusion (as per the listof Additional Requirements.)

Your team is being challenged to raise community awareness prior to the event and most importantly,to ensure it leaves a lasting legacy. To this end you are to develop and demonstrate a product thatcan be used to raise awareness of the Event.



1 Research: Identify (and show empathy towards) the issues faced by the persons from the country that is not participating.

0 - 10 points

2 Demonstration of the Collaborative process: Show the initial collaborative process that your team took to determine the nature of the event and the best ways to raise awareness of it in the chosen country

0 - 30 points

3 Ingenuity of Design: Exhibit and/or demonstrate ONE final product your team decided to use to raise awareness for the event

0 - 40 points

4 The Legacy Present a plan to sustain the legacy that focuses on at least 2 of the main challenge areas, including one strategy for development in each of the identified areas. (see the list in D, Additional Requirements) (2 x 25 pts)

0 - 50 points

5 Evaluation: Evaluate the potential success of the legacy when it is introduced to the community.

0 - 40 points

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• A copy of your script


• Any other required written material

You can get a Maximum possible 170 points

D. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS CHALLENGEBelow are some of the identified challenge areas people can at present face in society:

• Availability of inclusive education for all

• Limited opportunities for participation in various aspects of life.

• Accessibility to suitable infrastructure in the community

• Participation in events which are designed to welcome and increase involvement of all people.

Please refer to the Instruction Manual, and be sensitive to the manner in which characters are portrayed or referred to.

Rule 5.2.8 “Please be aware that the judges will not accept comments that are discriminatory or offensive in any way and they will considered a violation of the Spirit of TOM.”



2. The judges or room monitor will indicate when your performance time is to begin and when nineminutes have elapsed. At ten minutes your performance will be stopped.









● How the nominated presentation skill is used

● How the nominated aspect emphasises the quality of the solution

● How the nominated aspect is relevant to the solution.




Maximum possible 50 points

G. BONUS POINTSIn each of the following no partial points will be awarded.

1. All props and costumes made by team members from the list of Allowable Materials. 15 points

2. All paperwork completed and supplied to judges:

a. One copy of the script

b. Outside Assistance Form

c. Presentation Skills Form

d. Required written materials 10 points

3. All team members played a meaningful part/role in the Challenge solution andpresentation. 10 points

4. Minimum of four team members in the performance area at all times. 10 points

5. Presentation area cleared to the satisfaction of the judges. 5 points


H. PENALTY POINTSViolation of the spirit of the Tournament 0 to – 50 points



I. TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR WILL PROVIDE:1. At the presentation site:













Aluminium foil

Balloons

Balls – ping pong, foam, polystyrene, plastic

Blu-Tack

Buttons

Cardboard

Cellophane

Cling Wrap

Cotton Wool

Crayons

Dried Peas, beans

Drinking straws

*Dye - fabric, food

Elastic

Elastic bands

Feathers

Fabric – any type inc.fur

Fishing line

Foam rubber

Gloves

Glue

Goggle eyes

Hessian

Magnets

Make-up and hair products

Nails, screws, bolts

Paddle pop sticks

Paints, textas

Pantyhose



Paper – butchers, plain, coloured, crepe, tissue

Paper clips – all sorts

Paper plates, paper cups

Pasta

Pencils, pens

Pins – safety, split, hair

Pipe cleaners

Papier Mache - eg Mix It

Plastic – piping, tubing, bags etc

Plasticine, play dough

Polystyrene

Raffia

Ribbon

Socks

Staples

String, twine

Swimming caps

Tape - adhesive, masking, duct

Torch (in working order)

Velcro

Whistles

Wire

Wood

Yarn – cotton, woollen etc





CALLIOPE’S CAROUSEL CONUNDRUM WA REGIONAL FINAL 2019

STEM



STEM ThisChallengemustbereadinconjunctionwiththe2019InstructionManual.

Calliope’s Carousel Conundrum

A. INTRODUCTIONThe number of animal species which are endangered continues to increase exponentially every year. Last year there were over 26,500 species threatened by extinction. Changes to environment and climate, as well as human overcrowding all have their impact. It is vital to gain knowledge of these species, in case they eventually become extinct. Calliope (a company that is collecting DNA from endangered animals and storing for future use) is building a machine to use for this purpose.

B. CHALLENGEYour team is working on building the CCC- Calliope Collection Carousel machine. You are to build a working model of the CCC machine which will carry the species through the DNA collection point. You will need to create and place models of endangered species on the machine and demonstrate at least three complete full circuits or rotations. The carousel is required to carry at least 5 different endangered species simultaneously. Your team needs to justify the reasons for choosing the endangered species on your carousel and why their DNA must be collected, based on plausible scientific research.Your team will also need to create an ICT virtual model demonstrating how this machine could collect and store the DNA for safe keeping. The virtual model could also assist in the explanation of the mathematical calculations of how long it would take for all species on the current endangered list to be DNA sampled. (Ensure you stay within the ICT usage limits as per the Instruction Manual)



1 JUSTIFICATION: Scientifically justify your choice of endangered species and the reasoning for the collection of DNA and its future usage.

0 - 40 points

2 ICT SKILLS: Show the judges your creative use of ICT to clearly demonstrate and help explain, through the use of a virtual model, how the machine collects and stores the DNA for safe keeping.

0 - 40 points

3 ENGINEERING SKILLS: Present a robust model that is able to successfully carry out at least three revolutions with 5 species on it, without being touched. Provide an explanation of how it works.

0 - 30 points

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4 MATHEMATICAL KNOWLEDGE: Using the number of species your CCC can handle simultaneously and how fast it would rotate: Demonstrate the calculations for how long it may take for your team’s CCC machine to collect DNA from the all the species on the current endangered list. Include how the machine may need to be scaled up for the best use of sampling time.

0 - 40 points

5 CREATIVE DESIGN of MODEL: Demonstration of a model with an original creative design.

0 - 20 points


• Script


• Any other required written material

Maximum score possible: 170 points

NB: Definition of STEM understandings: include information in relation to the identification of a problem, the designing of a solution, building, testing and re-design of the solution (if required). These skills and principles require the understanding of science (concepts and inquiry skills), technology (all technology not just ICT) used, engineering principles (including planning, designing, building and reporting) and mathematical knowledge in an integrated manner.

D. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS CHALLENGE

1. There are no restrictions on what can or can’t be used in the construction of the model; these are available for any aspect of the presentation, as teams may wish. Any materials are allowed, within the cost constraints, but the effective and creative use of recycled materials will gain additional points.

2. Take into account all safety measures when creating and testing the model.

DI. LIMITATIONSRefer also to those listed in the 2019 Instruction Manual.

1. The total time for setting up, performing the Challenge solution and clearing away is ten minutes.

2. The judges or room monitor will indicate when your performance time is to begin and when nine minutes have elapsed. At ten minutes your performance will be stopped.









• How the nominated presentation skill is used

• How the nominated aspect emphasises the quality of the solution

• How the nominated aspect is relevant to the solution.




Maximum possible ........................ 50 points


1. All props and costumes made by team members from the list of Allowable Materials. ... 15 points





d. Required written materials .................................................................................... 10 points

3. All team members played a meaningful part/role in the Challenge solution andpresentation. .................................................................................................................... 10 points

4. Minimum of four team members in the performance area at all times. ............................ 10 points

5. Presentation area cleared to the satisfaction of the judges. .............................................. 5 points

Maximum possible ........................ 50 points

H. PENALTY POINTSViolation of the spirit of the Tournament ........................................................................ 0 to – 50 points
















Aluminium foil

Balloons


Blu-Tack

Buttons

Cardboard

Cellophane

Cling Wrap

Cotton Wool

Crayons

Dried Peas, beans

Drinking straws

*Dye - fabric, food

Elastic

Elastic bands

Feathers

Fabric

Fishing line

Foam rubber

Gloves

Glue

Goggle eyes

Hessian

Magnets



Paddle pop sticks

Paints, textas

Pantyhose




Pasta

Pencils, pens


Pipe cleaners






Polystyrene

Raffia

Ribbon

Socks

Staples

String, twine

Swimming caps



Velcro

Whistles

Wire

Wood



*Dye may be used in your preparation but must NOT be brought in liquid form to Tournament of Mindsvenues.


Additional Information:

Here is a starting point for the endangered list:

https://www.iucnredlist.org/


Wizard of AusWA REGIONAL FINAL 2019

The Arts

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The ARTS This Challenge must be read in conjunction with the 2019 Instruction Manual. Please see new information about Presentation Skills and allowance of Musical Instruments.

Wizard of Aus A. INTRODUCTION

The Wizard of Oz is a story where the characters go in search of things they desire. The TinMan is searching for a heart, the Lion wants courage, the Scarecrow needs a brain andDorothy wants to go home. They come across hurdles such as the Wicked Witch and need towork together as a team to get away.

B. CHALLENGEYou will be rewriting The Wizard of Oz as if it is set in your State, Territory or Country. Youneed to choose where your ‘Yellow Brick Road” will start and end and who your characters willbe. What hurdles will your characters come across and how will they overcome them? Yourteam needs to choose an overarching concept for your presentation, for example, power, faith,resilience, perspective or growth (but not limited to these).



1 Explain the Concept Include justification of your choice of concept to guide the presentation

0 - 20 points

2 Create a Setting Use creative backdrops showing the scene of the story (Minimum of 2)

0 - 35 points

3 Design Costumes Make significant and detailed costumes for each main character (Minimum of 3)

0 - 35 points

4 Compose Original Music Use of at least two original songs that are relevant to the story (Instruments may be used)

0 - 40 points

5 Develop Characters Explain each character’s chosen desire, and the challenges they had to face and overcome as well as the reasons for their inclusion

0 - 40 points

Maximum score possible 170 points


The Arts



● One copy of your script

● Completed copies of the Outside Assistance Form and Presentation Skills Form

● Character summary

D. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS CHALLENGE

Item 1: Backdrops can be made with any medium as long as they are made by the team. Ifphotographs or digital technologies are going to be used the team needs to provide evidencethat it was taken/created by members of the team.



2. The judges or room monitor will indicate when your performance time is to begin andwhen nine minutes have elapsed. At ten minutes your performance will be stopped.


4. The team members who are performing must be visibly inside the 3m x 3m performancearea.



F. PRESENTATION SKILLS & OVERALL DRAMATIC PERFORMANCEYour team must select two presentation skills and, on the Presentation Skills Form provided,explain why you have chosen this dramatic technique, and how this technique enhances thecommunication of the solution to the audience.

It is the responsibility of the team to ensure that the Presentation Skills Form is written so that itdirects the judges’ attention to the nominated categories including:

● How the nominated presentation skill is used

● How the nominated aspect emphasises the quality of the solution

● How the nominated aspect is relevant to the solution.




The Arts





1. All props and costumes made by team members from the list of Allowable Materials. 15points





d. Required written materials 10 points

3. All team members played a meaningful part/role in the Challenge solution andpresentation. 10 points

4. Minimum of four team members in the performance area at all times. 10 points

5. Presentation area cleared to the satisfaction of the judges. 5 points


H. PENALTY POINTSViolation of the spirit of the Tournament 0 to – 50 points










The Arts


J. PRESENTATION DEVICESAny of these electrical items may be used during the presentation of your challenge solution -laptop computer, data projector, television, DVD player, CD-player, MP3/MP4 players or anyother audio visual or Information Technology device which benefits your team’s presentation.

Read Section 4.2 (The Presentation) of your 2019 Instruction Manual for guidelines on settingup and use of equipment during the 10 minutes challenge solution presentation. Preparation ofaudio visual materials for use during the presentation must also comply with 'OutsideAssistance Guidelines’.

All electrical devices including power boards and extension leads are the responsibility of theteam but do not need to be included in cost forms. They will also need to be tagged with acurrent safety tag on. Screened images must be projected to appear within or directlybehind, the 3m square.

Adjustments to the lighting will be at the Director’s discretion. Teams are, however, advised notto rely on lighting adjustments in their performance.


Aluminium foil

Balloons


Blu-Tack

Buttons

Cardboard

Cellophane

Cling Wrap

Cotton Wool

Crayons

Dried Peas, beans

Drinking straws

*Dye - fabric, food

Elastic

Elastic bands

Feathers

Fabric – any type inc.fur

Fishing line

Foam rubber

Gloves

Glue

Goggle eyes

Hessian

Magnets



Paddle pop sticks

Paints, textas

Pantyhose




Pasta

Pencils, pens


Pipe cleaners




Polystyrene

Raffia

Ribbon

Socks

Staples

String, twine

Swimming caps



Velcro

Whistles

Wire

Wood



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The Arts


Character Summary Page

You must complete this for all main characters (minimum of three)

Character Desire of character Reason for inclusion in the story

Challenge Feedback Form 2019 To be completed by Facilitator and e-mailed to [email protected]

Statistical Information Is your school Primary, Secondary or Combined?

How many teams is your school entering in 2019?

When did your school first enter TOM (to the best of your knowledge)?

How many years have you been a Facilitator?

Students’ Challenge Selection Which challenge/s did your team/s select for 2019?

Language Literature Social Sciences STEM The Arts

Please briefly describe your students’ reasons for challenge selection.

Challenge Evaluation As a TOM Facilitator, what strengths did you identify in the 2019 challenges?

As a TOM Facilitator, are there any concerns you have about the 2019 challenges?

Thank you! Your feedback will be very helpful for the 2020 challenge-writing process. If you have any further feedback during the year, please feel free to contact theWA Branch Director via email at [email protected]

2019 WA Challenge Pack

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