Vietnamese Vocabulary Video [Language Fair 2024]
(inspired by the annual Vocabulary Video Challenge of The New York Times)
Produce a 30-second (or shorter) video about the meaning of a Vietnamese word that interests you.
General Guidelines
1. Choose a word that you would like to explain or familiar to you (like “phở”)
2. The word can be a noun, verb, or adjective. (It must be an appropriate word.)
3. Use only sound effects or music not copyright protected.
4. The video must be an original work. Submissions that plagiarize the work of others or violate copyright will be disqualified.
Video Guidelines
1. A video of 30 seconds or less in English and Vietnamese, using appropriate language, that defines or teaches the word.
2. The word is pronounced aloud in the video; the definition and part of speech are spelled and/or said aloud.
3. The word can be acted out or animated. You can use puppets, draw, sing a song, create a dance, or use any format you think works. (Be creative!)
4. The effectiveness of the video in helping viewers understand and learn your word.
Submission Guidelines
1. Submissions can be made by individuals or a small group of 2 people.
2. Group entries must include all participants’ names when submitted.
3. Video will be judged on originality, creativity, clarity, Vietnamese fluency, production quality, and guideline commitment.
4. Name your entry "Your name_School_Word”
5. Set privacy settings to the public if you want to share the video openly
6. All entries must be submitted by 11:59pm January 21, 2024
7. If you have any questions about this contest, please please email An Nguyen Sakach at an.sakach@asu.edu
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