trivia

Echo Your Forte: Show what you can do!

Having a talent or skill is a blessing. Therefore, it's a shame if you can't shine with it, so here are a few things that might help you express and present your gift for the world to know.

Recognize Your Passion

The first step to improving your talents are by knowing what you are passionate about. From there, you could focus on your endeavor and goals to hone them.

*Image Source: http://vivawellnessblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/happiness-824419_960_720.jpg

Seek Inspiration

The physical signs of anxiety, such as a racing heart, tense muscles, and rapid and shallow breathing, can be reduced by using relaxation techniques. These methods can be employed at any point before a performance or competition. The most popular relaxing technique is to have deep breaths before your time to shine.

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1473172707857-f9e276582ab6?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8OHx8aW5zcGlyYXRpb258ZW58MHx8MHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=500&q=60

Use Social Media

You can use social media to let the rest of the world know about your skills and abilities, as well as to establish a name for yourself. Self-Branding is the term for this strategy.

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1611926653458-09294b3142bf?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=870&q=80

Be Confident

Belief in what you are doing is worth it, and it's a masterpiece to be shown to others. Never let your negative feelings take over, because it will simply blind you from all sorts of chances to succeed.

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1639747276707-a615a3a4655a?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=871&q=80

Challenge Yourself

By doing this, you can achieve valuable experience along with learning from them. Know where you lack and also where your virtue lay. You can do this by seizing opportunities, such as participating in a competition relating to your skillset. If you have skills in English, The 2022 Asian English Olympic is the right place for you!

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1502101872923-d48509bff386?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=1032&q=80

trivia

A strategy to soothe your nerve before a competition

Nervousness is a natural reaction for all of us, especially when we are preparing to face situations with unknown outcomes. It's not a bad thing to feel intimidated, but don’t let those last-minute jitters stop you from giving your best. Here are some techniques that may be able to assist you overcome your anxiety.

Visualization

Close your eyes and visualize the bodily motions you'd perform in order to compete well. Consider moving at the same rate as you would in real life.

*Image Source: https://www.vecteezy.com/vector-art/202719-brainstorming-vector-illustration

Discover your relaxation methods.

The physical signs of anxiety, such as a racing heart, tense muscles, and rapid and shallow breathing, can be reduced by using relaxation techniques. These methods can be employed at any point before a performance or competition. The most popular relaxing technique is to have deep breaths before your time to shine.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/organic-flat-person-meditating-peacefully_13404881.htm#query=relaxation&position=44&from_view=search

Concentrate on the things you can control

If you find yourself wondering about who is watching you in the crowd or whether the other competitors are better than you, remind yourself that these are factors beyond your control.

You can only control your own performance, how well you prepare, and how successfully you use techniques and strategies like progressive muscle relaxation and visualization. So, don’t waste your thoughts on something unnecessary.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/self-confidenceconcept-illustration_15109971.htm

Remember that failure is a progress

Failure might be something you wanted to avoid, but it’s actually something that’ll teach you the real meaning of life. And it’s normal for someone to experience it, so don’t be afraid to fail for it’s simply a blessing in disguise.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/it-s-okay_939463.htm#query=okay&position=28&from_view=search

Fill your thoughts with positive vibes.

Discard anything that makes you feel horrible about yourself or the circumstance; instead, be positive and remind yourself that winning isn't the aim, and this is more of a learning opportunity for you.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/mental-health-awareness-concept_7961523.htm#query=growth%20mindset&position=3&from_view=search

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Host Country: Magnificent Indonesia

Being the fastest-growing tourism destination in Southeast Asia, Indonesia should be on everyone's bucket list! Around 17.000 islands, 300 ethnic groups, and diverse natural sceneries await exploration, Indonesia has everything! Whether it's mountains, historical relics, or tropical beaches.

*Image Source: https://news.cgtn.com/news/3d3d514e306b7a4d34457a6333566d54/index.html

By participating in the 2022 Asian English Olympics, you will be able to see a little part of this country. We proudly present our home country and give you all a warm welcome!

*Image Source: https://www.vecteezy.com/vector-art/3098563-welcome-to-indonesia-landmark-collection

Legend exists for every location.

The geological processes that give rise to mountains, hills, and rivers are fascinating to learn about. However, Indonesians interpret natural landmarks in ways that go beyond tectonic plates and erosion. In most places, you may talk to the people and learn about the gods, spirits, royals, and hermits who helped shape natural features, temples, and other cultural landmarks.

*Image Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mythology_of_Indonesia#/media/File:Wayang_Painting_of_Bharatayudha_Battle.jpg

Diversity : Indonesia's diversity includes a wide range of religious beliefs.

Many communities continue to live traditionally, adhering to their predecessors' beliefs and rituals, which are typically unique to the area. Many belief systems, however, call on animism, dynamism, and totemism to categorize. In certain groups, those beliefs collide with traditions or are inspired by another prominent religion, resulting in a diverse set of practices.

*Image Source: https://www.behance.net/gallery/128478063/Same-Boat-Indonesian-culture-illustration/modules/728370521

trivia

Echo Your Forte: Show what you can do!

Having a talent or skill is a blessing. Therefore, it's a shame if you can't shine with it, so here are a few things that might help you express and present your gift for the world to know.

Recognize Your Passion

The first step to improving your talents are by knowing what you are passionate about. From there, you could focus on your endeavor and goals to hone them.

*Image Source: http://vivawellnessblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/happiness-824419_960_720.jpg

Seek Inspiration

The physical signs of anxiety, such as a racing heart, tense muscles, and rapid and shallow breathing, can be reduced by using relaxation techniques. These methods can be employed at any point before a performance or competition. The most popular relaxing technique is to have deep breaths before your time to shine.

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1473172707857-f9e276582ab6?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8OHx8aW5zcGlyYXRpb258ZW58MHx8MHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=500&q=60

Use Social Media

You can use social media to let the rest of the world know about your skills and abilities, as well as to establish a name for yourself. Self-Branding is the term for this strategy.

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1611926653458-09294b3142bf?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=870&q=80

Be Confident

Belief in what you are doing is worth it, and it's a masterpiece to be shown to others. Never let your negative feelings take over, because it will simply blind you from all sorts of chances to succeed.

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1639747276707-a615a3a4655a?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=871&q=80

Challenge Yourself

By doing this, you can achieve valuable experience along with learning from them. Know where you lack and also where your virtue lay. You can do this by seizing opportunities, such as participating in a competition relating to your skillset. If you have skills in English, The 2022 Asian English Olympic is the right place for you!

*Image Source: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1502101872923-d48509bff386?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=1032&q=80

trivia

A strategy to soothe your nerve before a competition

Nervousness is a natural reaction for all of us, especially when we are preparing to face situations with unknown outcomes. It's not a bad thing to feel intimidated, but don’t let those last-minute jitters stop you from giving your best. Here are some techniques that may be able to assist you overcome your anxiety.

Visualization

Close your eyes and visualize the bodily motions you'd perform in order to compete well. Consider moving at the same rate as you would in real life.

*Image Source: https://www.vecteezy.com/vector-art/202719-brainstorming-vector-illustration

Discover your relaxation methods.

The physical signs of anxiety, such as a racing heart, tense muscles, and rapid and shallow breathing, can be reduced by using relaxation techniques. These methods can be employed at any point before a performance or competition. The most popular relaxing technique is to have deep breaths before your time to shine.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/organic-flat-person-meditating-peacefully_13404881.htm#query=relaxation&position=44&from_view=search

Concentrate on the things you can control

If you find yourself wondering about who is watching you in the crowd or whether the other competitors are better than you, remind yourself that these are factors beyond your control.

You can only control your own performance, how well you prepare, and how successfully you use techniques and strategies like progressive muscle relaxation and visualization. So, don’t waste your thoughts on something unnecessary.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/self-confidenceconcept-illustration_15109971.htm

Remember that failure is a progress

Failure might be something you wanted to avoid, but it’s actually something that’ll teach you the real meaning of life. And it’s normal for someone to experience it, so don’t be afraid to fail for it’s simply a blessing in disguise.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/it-s-okay_939463.htm#query=okay&position=28&from_view=search

Fill your thoughts with positive vibes.

Discard anything that makes you feel horrible about yourself or the circumstance; instead, be positive and remind yourself that winning isn't the aim, and this is more of a learning opportunity for you.

*Image Source: https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/mental-health-awareness-concept_7961523.htm#query=growth%20mindset&position=3&from_view=search

competition field

Debate

This field of competition aims to hone the participants’ skills in expressing their opinion, ideas, and solutions on certain topics or issues, relying on data while stating their arguments, and sharpen the participants’ negotiation skills.

*Competition rules are subject to change*

PRICE: IDR 450.000/team

COMPETITION DETAILS

Mechanism:
Using British Parliamentary as its format, there will be 2 categories which are Main Category and Novice Category.
Platform:
Zoom Meeting and WhatsApp.

ROUNDS
MAIN	NOVICE
PRELIMINARY 1 (Round 1, 2, 3) PRELIMINARY 2 (Round 4, 5) *ROUND 3 & 5 → SILENT ROUND
OCTO FINAL	-
QUARTER FINAL
SEMI FINAL
FINAL

GENERAL RULES

The competition’s Zoom link will be sent one day before the D-Day of the competition round to every participant’s email.
Participants are highly recommended to attend the Debate Seminar to learn some tips and tricks from the debate adju.
Participants who don’t attend the Debate Seminar won’t be guaranteed to receive further information from the committee after those sessions.
Participants are required to prepare well-functioned internet networks and laptops or smartphones for the competition.
Participants have to make sure that their microphone and camera can function well along with their Zoom application.
The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera when performing through Zoom or recording (Debate and Spelling Bee are exceptions).
Participants are prohibited from being assisted by anyone else (friends, teachers, coaches, PICs, etc.), except the teammates for Debate Competition.
Only a single-camera setup is permitted; the use of multiple camera angles are not allowed.
The camera must be placed in a safe and stable position to prevent any turbulence or other disruptions.
The camera must have an unobstructed, in-focus view of the participants.
Zooming in or out is not permitted when performing.
During the performance, ensure the camera's brightness level is not too bright or dark, without any artificial or natural effect being spotted on the camera.
Participants are suggested to prepare back-up laptops or smartphones to prevent sudden disconnection if a blackout happens during performing.
Participants are suggested to have a backup internet connection, such as mobile data or other wifi connections.
Participants are suggested to wear semi-formal or formal clothes.
All payment is non refundable.

Performance Timing

The motion will be released exactly 10 minutes after the draw releasethrough Zoom Meeting and WhatsApp.
Debaters will be given 15 minutes for case building after the motion is released.
During the debate round, each debater will be given 7.20 minutes to deliver their argument.
The timekeeper shall provide warning signals to the participants by showing the remaining time via Zoom chat for everyone in this particular minute: 1, 6, 7, 7.20.

competition field

Newscasting

This competition field provides a platform to improve someone’s ability and potency to become a professional news anchor.

*Competition rules are subject to change*

PRICE: IDR 250.000/person

GENERAL RULES

The competition’s Zoom link will be sent one day before the D-Day of the competition round to every participant’s email
In the Zoom Meeting, participants have to rename their name with the format: Fullname_Institution_FieldOfCompetition.
For example, James_Bina Nusantara University_Newscasting
Participants are highly recommended to attend the Coaching Clinic to learn some tips and tricks from the competition judges.
Participants who don’t attend the Technical Meeting and Coaching Clinic won’t be guaranteed to receive further information from the committee after those sessions
All participants must present at the waiting room at least 30 minutes before the competition rounds start.
Participants are required to provide internet networks, laptops or smartphones that can be used for Zoom meetings during the competition rounds.
Participants have to make sure that their microphone and camera can function well along with their Zoom application.
On the D-day, the devices that the participants use must be able to share screens on the zoom application.
In some competition fields that require video submission, the video may not be edited in any way including adding external sound, pictures, filters, cutting, etc, with any editing tools.
The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera when performing through Zoom or recording (debate and spelling bee are exceptions).
Participants are prohibited from bringing any script/notes in their video submission or during their performance through Zoom (except Debate and newscasting in semifinal). To prevent violation of this rule, the participants have to show both of their hands on the camera when entering the preparation Room.
Participants are prohibited from being assisted by anyone else (friends, teachers, coaches, PICs, etc.), except the teammates for Debate Competition.
To prevent violation of the mentioned rule, the participants will have a room screening where the participants have to show their environment by using their device’ camera in the waiting room and performing room.
There will also be a Roll Call (3 time maximum) and Technical Check in the waiting room where the committee will be calling the participant name for attendance purposes.
In the Preparation Room, the participants are also required to share their computer screen for a moment, so that the LO knows that the participants are not talking to someone else via call. The participants are also required to unmute their mic so that the LO can make sure that there was no one talking to them in the Preparation Room
Only a single-camera setup is permitted; multiple camera angles are not allowed.
The camera must be placed in the safe position to prevent any turbulence or other disruptions.
The camera must have an unobstructed, in-focus view of the participants.
The entire performing area must be visible throughout the recording
Zooming in or out is not permitted when performing.
The participants facial expressions must be visible throughout the performances;
During the performance, ensure the camera's level brightness is not too bright or dark, without any artificial or natural effect being spotted on the camera.
Participants are suggested to prepare back-up laptops or smartphones to prevent sudden disconnection if a blackout happens during performing.
Participants are suggested to have a backup internet connection, such as mobile data or other wifi connections.
If the participants have technical issues such as lagging or disconnected from the Zoom Meeting, participants can contact the LOs or Committees to inform the problem. While the judges will wait 2 minutes for the participant to reconnect and resume their performance. If within a 2 minutes period the participant is unable to reconnect, then the participant will be moved to the last queue, including 3 deduction points.
Should the participant successfully reconnect within 2 minutes but having another disconnection issue afterward, the participant will be directly given 3 deduction points and moved to the last queue.
If the participants are disconnected while performing in their second chance and can’t reconnect within 2 minutes, participants’ performance will be considered invalid
There will be a deduction of 3 points for each of violations, such as containing and discriminating/insulting explicitly or implicitly any ethnicity, nation, religion, and pornography.
Judges may disqualify participants for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
All judges’ decisions and results inside the result slips and ballots are considered final.
Participants are suggested to wear semi-formal or formal clothes.
All payment is non refundable.

PERFORMANCE TIMING

Timing will begin with the first word uttered by the participant.
The maximum time varies in each round. If a participant exceeds the performing time given, 3 points will be deducted for every 10 seconds exceeding time.he maximum exceeding time will be 1 minutes, if participants exceed the 1-minute overtime, participants will be disqualified.
The time keeper shall provide warning signals to the participants by showing the remaining time via zoom zoom chat for everyone

ROUNDS

There will be four rounds:

Preliminary Round (News Reading)
Participants have to deliver one hard news and one soft news in the form of video. They have to recompose the articles into a presentable script, then perform the news like a professional news anchor.
Detailed Rules:
- The participants should record themselves performing the speech in front of the camera.
- Participants are prohibited to use any kind of virtual background.
- The video may not be edited in any way
- The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
- The edited articles are allowed to be brought in the video.
- The maximum video duration is 3 minutes.
- If there are some videos that are exceeding 3 minutes, their video will have a deduction point. For each 30 second it will be deducted 2 points.
- Participants can submit the video from February 13, 2022 the latest on February 16, 2022, at 11.59 p.m. (GMT + 07:00).
Quarter Final (News Flash)
A news anchor must be ready in every kind of situation, especially news that unexpectedly comes. In this field, they should report recent or unexpected events as if it is a Breaking News segment.
Detailed Rules:
- There will be two articles (a main news article and a breaking news article) that will be shown to the participants in the preparation room.
- Later on, in the performing room, the committee will present a video about the main news. Then, the participants have to change the focus into the breaking news video.
- When preparing, participants are allowed to make any notes/script and bring it while performing.
- Each participant is given 7 minutes to prepare for the news flash.
- Each participant is given 7 minutes to conduct the news flash.
Semi Final (Talk Show)
In this round, participants will be given a challenge to do a conversation with a special guest with the objectives to explore and get information from them. Meanwhile they should also build a comfortable and conducive atmosphere in the Talk Show.
Detailed Rules:
- There will be a special guest as an interviewee.
- Participants will be given a CV and Resume of the special guest at the preparation room.
- Participants are expected to create a talk show based on the guest’s CV and Resume.
- When preparing, participants are allowed to make any notes/script and bring it while performing.
- Each participant is given 10 minutes to prepare for the talk show
- Each participant is given 8 minutes to conduct the talk show.
Final (Live Report)
The best news anchor must have an excellent ability to report news that is live on stage. For this round, participants will be given an article and the details about the guest. Then, they have to report it directly to the audience with their own style, and with the video. They will also have a guest to be interviewed live on stage. They need to improvise and think quickly while interviewing the guest and reporting the 5 different news.
Detailed Rules:
- Briefing for the round, including the article and the detail about the interviewee will be shown in the preparation room.
- In the performing room, participants will have to report the news when the video is also played in the background using the share screen feature by the committee as if the video is the live event in the background.
- After that, participants will be given an interviewee to be interviewed for gathering more information regarding the video.
- Each participant is given 10 minutes to prepare for the live reports.
- Each participant is given 10 minutes for the live report.

competition field

Speech

This competition’s fields provide a platform to improve the participants’ ability in the way of expressing ideas about certain topics.

*Competition rules are subject to change*

PRICE: IDR 250.000/person

GENERAL RULES

The competition’s Zoom link will be sent one day before the D-Day of the competition round to every participant’s email
In the Zoom Meeting, participants have to rename their name with the format: Fullname_Institution_FieldOfCompetition.
For example, James_Bina Nusantara University_Speech
Participants are highly recommended to attend the Coaching Clinic to learn some tips and tricks from the competition judges.
Participants who don’t attend the Technical Meeting and Coaching Clinic won’t be guaranteed to receive further information from the committee after those sessions
All participants must present at the waiting room at least 30 minutes before the competition rounds start.
Participants are required to provide internet networks, laptops or smartphones that can be used for Zoom meetings during the competition rounds.
Participants have to make sure that their microphone and camera can function well along with their Zoom application.
On the D-day, the devices that the participants use must be able to share screens on the zoom application.
In some competition fields that require video submission, the video may not be edited in any way including adding external sound, pictures, filters, cutting, etc, with any editing tools.
The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera when performing through Zoom or recording (debate and spelling bee are exceptions).
Participants are prohibited from bringing any script/notes in their video submission or during their performance through Zoom (except Debate and newscasting in semifinal). To prevent violation of this rule, the participants have to show both of their hands on the camera when entering the preparation Room.
Participants are prohibited from being assisted by anyone else (friends, teachers, coaches, PICs, etc.), except the teammates for Debate Competition.
To prevent violation of the mentioned rule, the participants will have a room screening where the participants have to show their environment by using their device’ camera in the waiting room and performing room.
There will also be a Roll Call (3 time maximum) and Technical Check in the waiting room where the committee will be calling the participant name for attendance purposes.
In the Preparation Room, the participants are also required to share their computer screen for a moment, so that the LO knows that the participants are not talking to someone else via call. The participants are also required to unmute their mic so that the LO can make sure that there was no one talking to them in the Preparation Room
Only a single-camera setup is permitted; multiple camera angles are not allowed.
The camera must be placed in the safe position to prevent any turbulence or other disruptions.
The camera must have an unobstructed, in-focus view of the participants.
The entire performing area must be visible throughout the recording
Zooming in or out is not permitted when performing.
The participants facial expressions must be visible throughout the performances;
During the performance, ensure the camera's level brightness is not too bright or dark, without any artificial or natural effect being spotted on the camera.
Participants are suggested to prepare back-up laptops or smartphones to prevent sudden disconnection if a blackout happens during performing.
Participants are suggested to have a backup internet connection, such as mobile data or other wifi connections.
If the participants have technical issues such as lagging or disconnected from the Zoom Meeting, participants can contact the LOs or Committees to inform the problem. While the judges will wait 2 minutes for the participant to reconnect and resume their performance. If within a 2 minutes period the participant is unable to reconnect, then the participant will be moved to the last queue, including 3 deduction points.
Should the participant successfully reconnect within 2 minutes but having another disconnection issue afterward, the participant will be directly given 3 deduction points and moved to the last queue.
If the participants are disconnected while performing in their second chance and can’t reconnect within 2 minutes, participants’ performance will be considered invalid
There will be a deduction of 3 points for each of violations, such as containing and discriminating/insulting explicitly or implicitly any ethnicity, nation, religion, and pornography.
Judges may disqualify participants for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
All judges’ decisions and results inside the result slips and ballots are considered final.
Participants are suggested to wear semi-formal or formal clothes.
All payment is non refundable.

PERFORMANCE TIMING

Timing will begin with the first word uttered by the participant.
The maximum time varies in each round. If a participant exceeds the performing time given, 3 points will be deducted for every 10 seconds exceeding time.he maximum exceeding time will be 1 minutes, if participants exceed the 1-minute overtime, participants will be disqualified.
The time keeper shall provide warning signals to the participants by showing the remaining time via zoom zoom chat for everyone

ROUNDS

There will be four rounds:

Preliminary Round (Prepared Speech)
Participants must submit a speech video based on the 2022 AEO theme, “Echo Your Forte”. They must use their own creativity to create an impressive speech.
Detailed Rules:
- The participants should record themselves performing the speech in front of the camera.
- The speech may include references from other sources as long as it’s not plagiarized.
- Participants are prohibited from bringing any script/notes in the video.
- If there will be a property or back sound, it must be manually added during the recording of the video (not added by some editing tools).
- The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
- The maximum video duration is 5 minutes.
- If there are some videos that are exceeding 5 minutes, their video will have a deduction point. For each 30 second, it will be deducted 2 points.
- Participants can submit the video from February 13, 2022 the latest on February 16, 2022, at 11.59 p.m. (GMT + 07:00).
Quarterfinal (Oratorical Speech)
The participants must create a speech based on a randomly chosen topic. From the topic, participants have to deliver their speech impressively and professionally as an orator would.
Detailed Rules:
- The topics will be randomly chosen in the preparation room by the participants.
- Participants are allowed to do research about the topic in the preparation room, but still have to share their screen while doing so.
- Participants are allowed to bring notes/script in the form of notepad and doc or docx when performing.
- Shall the participant use notes, they will have to share their screen.
- Each participant is given 20 minutes to prepare the speech.
- Each participant is given 7 minutes to perform the speech.
Semifinal (Table Topics)
The participants are expected to deliver a speech spontaneously about a topic given by the committee.
Detailed Rules:
- The topic will be given on each participant’s turn by the committee.
- The participants are given 30 seconds to prepare their speech after the topics have been given.
- The participants must deliver their speech within 2 minutes.
Final (Inspiring Speech)
Participants are expected to deliver a speech that can inspire, motivate, and move the audience at the same time, which are the most important things required in the speech of a professional speaker.
Detailed Rules:
- The topic will be given one day before the final round starts (after the finalist announcement).
- The participants will be given 5 minutes to prepare themselves.
- The participants will be given 7 minutes to deliver their speech.

competition field

Storytelling

The Storytelling competition provides a platform where people can enhance their imagination, creativity, public speaking, and agility in their way of thinking.

*Competition rules are subject to change*

PRICE: IDR 250.000/person

GENERAL RULES

The competition’s Zoom link will be sent one day before the D-Day of the competition round to every participant’s email
In the Zoom Meeting, participants have to rename their name with the format: Fullname_Institution_FieldOfCompetition.
For example, James_Bina Nusantara University_Storytelling
Participants are highly recommended to attend the Coaching Clinic to learn some tips and tricks from the competition judges.
Participants who don’t attend the Technical Meeting and Coaching Clinic won’t be guaranteed to receive further information from the committee after those sessions
All participants must present at the waiting room at least 30 minutes before the competition rounds start.
Participants are required to provide internet networks, laptops or smartphones that can be used for Zoom meetings during the competition rounds.
Participants have to make sure that their microphone and camera can function well along with their Zoom application.
On the D-day, the devices that the participants use must be able to share screens on the zoom application.
In some competition fields that require video submission, the video may not be edited in any way including adding external sound, pictures, filters, cutting, etc, with any editing tools.
The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera when performing through Zoom or recording (debate and spelling bee are exceptions).
Participants are prohibited from bringing any script/notes in their video submission or during their performance through Zoom (except Debate and newscasting in semifinal). To prevent violation of this rule, the participants have to show both of their hands on the camera when entering the preparation Room.
Participants are prohibited from being assisted by anyone else (friends, teachers, coaches, PICs, etc.), except the teammates for Debate Competition.
To prevent violation of the mentioned rule, the participants will have a room screening where the participants have to show their environment by using their device’ camera in the waiting room and performing room.
There will also be a Roll Call (3 times maximum) and Technical Check in the waiting room where the committee will be calling the participant name for attendance purposes.
In the Preparation Room, the participants are also required to share their computer screen for a moment, so that the LO knows that the participants are not talking to someone else via call. The participants are also required to unmute their mic so that the LO can make sure that there was no one talking to them in the Preparation Room
Only a single-camera setup is permitted; multiple camera angles are not allowed.
The camera must be placed in the safe position to prevent any turbulence or other disruptions.
The camera must have an unobstructed, in-focus view of the participants.
The entire performing area must be visible throughout the recording
Zooming in or out is not permitted when performing.
The participants facial expressions must be visible throughout the performances;
During the performance, ensure the camera's level brightness is not too bright or dark, without any artificial or natural effect being spotted on the camera.
Participants are suggested to prepare back-up laptops or smartphones to prevent sudden disconnection if a blackout happens during performing.
Participants are suggested to have a backup internet connection, such as mobile data or other wifi connections.
If the participants have technical issues such as lagging or disconnected from the Zoom Meeting, participants can contact the LOs or Committees to inform the problem. While the judges will wait 2 minutes for the participant to reconnect and resume their performance. If within a 2 minutes period the participant is unable to reconnect, then the participant will be moved to the last queue, including 3 deduction points.
Should the participant successfully reconnect within 2 minutes but having another disconnection issue afterward, the participant will be directly given 3 deduction points and moved to the last queue.
If the participants are disconnected while performing in their second chance and can’t reconnect within 2 minutes, participants’ performance will be considered invalid
There will be a deduction of 3 points for each of violations, such as containing and discriminating/insulting explicitly or implicitly any ethnicity, nation, religion, and pornography.
Judges may disqualify participants for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
All judges’ decisions and results inside the result slips and ballots are considered final.
Participants are suggested to wear semi-formal or formal clothes.
All payment is non refundable.

PERFORMANCE TIMING

Timing will begin with the first word uttered by the participant.
The maximum time varies in each round. If a participant exceeds the performing time given, 3 points will be deducted for every 10 seconds exceeding time.he maximum exceeding time will be 1 minutes, if participants exceed the 1-minute overtime, participants will be disqualified.
The time keeper shall provide warning signals to the participants by showing the remaining time via zoom zoom chat for everyone

ROUNDS

There will be four rounds:

Preliminary Round (Prepared Story)
The participant has to prepare a video where they have to tell a story based on the given theme.
Detailed Rules:
- The theme for this round is “The Pandemic Experience”.
- The story can be originally made from the participant or they can retell someone else's story (myth, movie, cartoon, book, etc.) with a twist, so any form of plagiarism won’t be allowed.
- If the committee or the judges found that the story was fully the same as any myth, movie, cartoon, or book stories, then the participants will be considered to have done plagiarism and the participant will be disqualified. Hence, we emphasize the participant to use their creativity to create a magnificent story.
- The participants are allowed to use properties with exception of weapons (sharp objects), alcohol, etc.
- If there will be a property or back sound, it must be manually added during the recording of the video (not added by some editing tools).
- The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
- The maximum video duration is 5 minutes.
- If there are some videos that are exceeding 5 minutes, their video will have a deduction point. For each 30 second, it will be deducted 2 points.
- Participants can submit the video from February 13, 2022 the latest on February 16, 2022, at 11.59 p.m. (GMT + 07:00).
Quarterfinal Round (Tall Tales)
The participant has to continue and exaggerate the given story from the committee in the preparation room. The committee will share the opening story on the screen.
Detailed Rules:
- The participants are allowed to use properties with exception of weapons (sharp objects), alcohol, etc.
- There will be a plot twist given by the committee in the middle of the story along with one noun or adjective word that the participants have to mention in their story.
- The preparation time is 15 minutes
- The performance time is 7 minutes.
Semifinal Round (Three Points)
Participants will tell a story based on the committee's visual and audio elements that will trigger their imagination and creativity in telling stories.
Detailed Rules:
- The participant will be given three things to include in their story: which one verb or adjective word they have to include, slides with pictures they have to add, and sound they have to mention in their story.
- The participants are allowed to use properties with exception of weapons (sharp objects), alcohol, etc.
- There will be no preparation room in this round, so the judges will tell the opening story in the performing room.
- After the judges tell the opening story, the participants will get 30 seconds to prepare themselves and for the next 30 seconds they have to start.
- The next 30 seconds they have to continue the story with the given slides, sounds, and words.
- A white slide will be included at the last 30 seconds to conclude the story.
- The performing time will be 6 minutes.
Final Round (Duel)
Participants will face the duel version of storytelling, one versus one in battling to tell the story based on the judges' plot.
Detailed Rules:
- The judges will give the plot for the final round at the start of the round.
- Each participant will have 30 seconds to continue the story. After the 30 seconds is up, the Finalist must Input a conjunction word before passing the story to their opponent.
- The finalists will take turns to continue the story until the performing time is up.
- There will be some twist given by the judges in the middle of the story.
- Each Finalist will be given 5 minutes to prepare.
- The performing time for the final round will be 12 minutes.

competition field

Spelling Bee

This field of competition is aimed so that the participant can enhance their English vocabulary, their agility in answering the questions, and also practice their knowledge in English.

*Competition rules are subject to change*

PRICE: IDR 240.000/person

GENERAL RULES

The competition’s Zoom link will be sent one day before the D-Day of the competition round to every participant’s email
In the Zoom Meeting, participants have to rename their name with the format: Fullname_Institution_FieldOfCompetition.
For example, James_Bina Nusantara University_Spelling Bee
Participants are highly recommended to attend the Coaching Clinic to learn some tips and tricks from the competition judges.
Participants who don’t attend the Technical Meeting and Coaching Clinic won’t be guaranteed to receive further information from the committee after those sessions
All participants must present at the waiting room at least 30 minutes before the competition rounds start.
Participants are required to provide internet networks, laptops or smartphones that can be used for Zoom meetings during the competition rounds.
Participants have to make sure that their microphone and camera can function well along with their Zoom application.
On the D-day, the devices that the participants use must be able to share screens on the zoom application.
In some competition fields that require video submission, the video may not be edited in any way including adding external sound, pictures, filters, cutting, etc, with any editing tools.
The audio must be clear and without echo, static, or other excessive noise during the performance. If there is any excessive noise during the performance that overpowers the participant’s audio, the judges may mishear your performance, thus reducing your potential score.
Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera when performing through Zoom or recording (debate and spelling bee are exceptions).
Participants are prohibited from bringing any script/notes in their video submission or during their performance through Zoom (except Debate and newscasting in semifinal). To prevent the violation of this rule, the participants have to show both of their hands on the camera during one of the Zoom’s breakout rooms (Preparation Room).
Participants are not allowed to open any dictionary during the performing time
Participants are prohibited from being assisted by anyone else (friends, teachers, coaches, PICs, etc.), except the teammates for Debate Competition.
To prevent violation of the mentioned rule, the participants will have a room screening where the participants have to show their environment by using their device’ camera in the waiting room and performing room.
The words given are based on the Merriam-Webster dictionary.
There will also be a Roll Call (3 times maximum) and Technical Check in the waiting room where the committee will be calling the participant name for attendance purposes.
In the Preparation Room, the participants are also required to share their computer screen for a moment, so that the LO knows that the participants are not talking to someone else via call. The participants are also required to unmute their mic so that the LO can make sure that there was no one talking to them in the Preparation Room
Only a single-camera setup is permitted; multiple camera angles are not allowed.
The camera must be placed in the safe position to prevent any turbulence or other disruptions.
The camera must have an unobstructed, in-focus view of the participants.
The entire performing area must be visible throughout the recording
Zooming in or out is not permitted when performing.
The participants facial expressions must be visible throughout the performances;
During the performance, ensure the camera's level brightness is not too bright or dark, without any artificial or natural effect being spotted on the camera.
Participants are suggested to prepare back-up laptops or smartphones to prevent sudden disconnection if a blackout happens during performing.
Participants are suggested to have a backup internet connection, such as mobile data or other wifi connections.
If the participants have technical issues such as lagging or disconnected from the Zoom Meeting, participants can contact the LOs or Committees to inform the problem. While the judges will wait 2 minutes for the participant to reconnect and resume their performance. If within a 2 minutes period the participant is unable to reconnect, then the participant will be moved to the last queue, including 3 deduction points.
Should the participant successfully reconnect within 2 minutes but having another disconnection issue afterward, the participant will be directly given 3 deduction points and moved to the last queue.
If the participants are disconnected while performing in their second chance and can’t reconnect within 2 minutes, participants’ performance will be considered invalid
Pronouncers may disqualify participants for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
All Pronouncers' decisions and results inside the result slips and ballots are considered final.
Participants are suggested to wear semi-formal or formal clothes.
All payment is non refundable.

ROUNDS

There will be four rounds:

Preliminary Round (Written Test)
In this round, the participants will be doing a written test by using a software called safe exam browser. Basically, the purpose of this software is to prevent participants from cheating during their preliminary by blocking other applications to be shown in their device. The pronouncer will pronounce a word and the participant will write the pronounced word in the prepared google form with the correct spelling.
Detailed Rules:
- Preliminary round will be divided into 2 rooms.
- Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera and make sure that their hands are on the table or shown.
- We will be using the Safe Exam Browser to conduct this round. If the participant cannot use Safe Exam Browser on D-day of the competition, the participant won’t be eligible to participate.
- Below is the link to a video tutorial on how to download Safe Exam Browser
  (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YfdFv_s-mE5TPwDYCQ3dNWMAg9_Th1Ld?usp=sharing)
  You can download the configuration here:
  Windows Version:
  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kN9mGSxohLV2nBgm7fmQRVsgoSm5csVI/view?usp=sharing
  Mac Version:
  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XOIARXzcDTEijhcSRWa0cKuVZJg_7a8M/view?usp=sharing
- Every several minutes, a room scan will be conducted to make sure of the participant's surroundings, this method is used to prevent participants from receiving any kind of assistance from another person.
- Participants are required to write words pronounced by the pronouncer with the correct spelling.
- If the participant got disconnected from the zoom meeting, they cannot re-attempt to join the breakout room again, but they will be moved to the second shift.
- If the participant got disconnected again in the second shift, the participant will automatically be disqualified.
- The participant with the most correct answer will go to the next phase.
Quarter Final (Spelling Test)
Participants are expected to re-pronounce the sentences -> spell each word -> re-pronounce the sentence the word that will be pronounced by the pronouncers, challenge your memory skill, and try to pronounce as many correct words as possible.
Detailed Rules:
- Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera and make sure that their hands are on the table or shown.
- Pronouncers will pronounce the word; then, participants will have to repeat the word -> spell -> repeat the word.
- The pronouncer will only pronounce 2 times, and participants are allowed to request re-stating the words to the pronouncer.
- In the preparation room, the participants will be shown a list of words that will be spelled by the pronouncers and will have 4 minutes to memorize the words.
- There will be 10 words to be spelled by the pronouncers, and participants are given 5 minutes to spell the words.
Semi Final (Words Attack)
In this round, the pronouncer will pronounce the words, and the participants are expected to spell as many correct words as possible within 15 minutes. face against time to spell as many words as possible.
Detailed Rules:
- Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera and make sure that their hands are on the table or shown.
- The participants will have 10 minutes to prepare for this round, and during this preparation time, participants will be given a word list.
- In the performing room, the pronouncers will spell the word 2 times, and participants are allowed to request definitions and re-stating the words to the pronouncers.
- After the pronouncer pronounces the word, the participants need to spell back the word that was previously pronounced.
- The participant can decide whether to pass or answer the words pronounced by the pronouncer. If there is any time left, the pronouncer will revisit the past words.
- If the participant decides to ask for extra information regarding the word, the timer will not be paused for this round specifically.
- There were 60 words in total, and participants were required to spell as many words as possible within 15 minutes.
Final (Last Man Standing)
In the final round, finalists will be facing an exhilarating challenge, in which finalists have to spell the words given correctly. Three lives will be given, and if the speller misspells, then their life will be lost. So, can you be the last survivor and win the tournament?
Detailed Rules:
- Participants have to show the upper half of their body through the camera and make sure that their hands are on the table or shown.
- The participant will randomly choose ballots to determine their order to spell.
- The participant will be given words by the pronouncer based on the order.
- Each participant will start with three lives, and If the participant fails to answer within 30 seconds, they will be deducted 1 life.
- Participants are allowed to request for re-stating words (the timer will freeze if re-stating is requested)
- The participant will have 20 minutes of preparation time.

competition field

Radio Drama

Radio drama is a competition field that challenges the participants to deliver a story without utilizing any physical things, and it is purely an acoustic performance. In this competition field, participants are expected to be able to make the audiences visually enforce and psychologically feel the performance that is delivered.

PRICE: IDR 230.000/team

Rounds

Preliminary Round (Prepared Audio Drama)

Participants are asked to create an audio story based on the given theme below:

“Let Go or Hold Back, The Choice is Yours)”

“Our life is full of failures. When it happens, we cannot turn back time. There will also be times when we will remember that failure and feel that what we wanted to achieve has failed completely. However, we actually can still achieve it, but the choice is in our hands, either to move forward and leave that feeling of failure or allow ourselves to hold back and be stuck with it.”

Submit your team's original audio drama along with the story script through the submission link that will be available to access from now until February 10, 2022.

With the format name of the file as

THE 2022 AEO – [FULL NAME] – [INSTITUTION]

*Please make sure that the FULL NAME and INSTITUTION in the subject MATCH with the one used for registration.

After the submission, your drama will be assessed by the judging panel, and you can only proceed to the final round if your entry is chosen as one of the winnings or shortlisted entries. The committees have the right to publish your entries to all AEO’s Publication Platforms.

Below are the requirements for the Radio Drama submission:

All submission must be written in English with the following format standardization:

Audio drama:

The length should be 15 minutes at maximum.
The file should be in the (.mp3) format.

Script:

Font size: 12pt.
Font style: Segoe UI.
1.5 spacing with paragraph indents.
2.54 cm margins (top, bottom, left, and right).
Preferable file format for the submission would be (.doc) or (.docx)

Each team consists of 4 - 5 people and may only submit once by the PIC of the team. If the PIC submits more than once, then the submission that will be assessed by the judges is the first submission.
The script must include a cover page with the following information:

Title of the drama.
Team members’ names and roles (please write clearly who is the Person in Charge (PIC) in each team.
Institution name.

Participants’ identities will not be exposed to the judges before they read and assess the story to ensure the assessment’s objectiveness

Specific Rules:

Participants have to submit the story by latest on February 10, 2022, at 11.59 p.m. (GMT + 07:00).
All works must be original from the creator and have not been previously published anywhere, nor have they been winners in other competitions. If the committee found out otherwise, the participant will be disqualified.
Late submission will not be tolerated.
The story must not contain violence, pornography, and racism. Otherwise, judges may (in their discretion) deduct 3 points from the total average of the judge's scoring in one round for every violation of rules. Judges may also disqualify a participant for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
The committee will have the right to publicize participants' stories to all AEO Publication Platforms. The participants will receive a notification on their email if their story is chosen to be publicized by the committee. The participants may also check the website to find out whether their entry is selected for publication.
Please make sure that your contact details are registered correctly on the online form – otherwise, we might not be able to contact you if your entry is chosen as the winning entry or is published to AEO Publication Platforms.

Judging:

Participants who pass to the final round will be announced on February 19, 2022, and everyone that submits the works will be given feedback directly from the judges on February 20, 2022.
The committee will contact the participants who break to the final round via email.
The decisions of the judging panel are final.

Final Round (Audio Drama)

In the final round, each team will have three days to create an extraordinary audio drama. The theme of the audio drama will be revealed on February 19, 2022. Each team must submit the original audio drama, the video of the team recording the audio as the originality evidence, and the script.

Submit your team's audio drama, video, and story script through the link that will be available to access on February 19 - 22, 2022.

With the format name of the file as

THE 2022 AEO – [FULL NAME] – [INSTITUTION]

*Please make sure that the FULL NAME and INSTITUTION in the subject MATCH with the one used for registration.

Below are the requirements for the Final Round Radio Drama submission:

All submission must be written in English with the following format standardization:

Audio drama:

The length should be 15 minutes at maximum.
The file should be in the (.mp3) format.
Audio must not be edited in any editing tools.

Script:

Font size: 12pt.
Font style: Segoe UI.
1.5 spacing with paragraph indents.
2.54 cm margins (top, bottom, left, and right).
Preferable file format for the submission would be (.doc) or (.docx)

Video:

The video will be submitted as the audio originality evidence.
It must be a separate file with the audio file.
Preferable file format for the submission would be (.mp4) or (.mkv).
Video must not be edited in any editing tools

Each team consists of 4 - 5 people and may only submit once by the PIC of the team. If the PIC submits more than once, then the submission that will be assessed by the judges is the first submission.
The script must include a cover page with the following information:

Title of the drama.
Team members’ names and roles (please write clearly who is the Person in Charge (PIC) in each team.
Institution name.

Participants’ identities will not be exposed to the judges before they read and assess the story to ensure the assessment’s objectiveness

Specific Rules:

Participants have to submit the story by the latest on February 22, 2022, at 11.59 p.m. (GMT + 07:00).
All works must be original from the creator and have not been previously published anywhere, nor have they been winners in other competitions. If the committee found out otherwise, the participant will be disqualified.
Late submission will not be tolerated.
Topics may not contain violence, pornography, and racism. Otherwise, judges may (in their discretion) deduct 3 points from the total average of the judge's scoring in one round for every violation of rules. Judges may also disqualify a participant for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
The committee will have the right to publicize participants' stories to all AEO Publication Platforms. The participants will receive a notification on their email if their story is chosen to be publicized by the committee. The participants may also check the website to find out whether their entry is selected for publication.
Winner Announcement & Rewards:

The announcement of the winners will be posted on aeo.mybnec.org on February 27, 2022.
The rewards will be transferred to the winners within 7 working days after the winner announcement.

competition field

Short Story Writing

This field of competition aims to sharpen the participants’ writing skills, imagination, and creativity by creating an outstanding story.

PRICE: IDR 230.000/person

Rounds

Preliminary Round (Prepared Story)

Participants are asked to write a magnificent story continuation based on the given story opening below:

The spirit of graduation began to flare up among the 12th graders. The anticipation and enthusiasm of starting college life was very apparent among the graduates. The spirit had been passed to each one of them, including Luna, a beautiful girl who was famous for her exquisite sense of fashion, always tying her hair to a pig tail and wearing a smooth leather jacket to school. Even though it’s graduation day, it started just like ordinary school days for Luna. After a short ride from her flat, she parked her precious motorcycle in her usual parking spot. With her hand shoved inside her black jacket, she walked while humming cheerfully through the school gate for what she thought would be her last time.

Submit your original story through the submission link that will be available to access from now until February 10, 2022.

With the format name of the file as

THE 2022 AEO – [FULL NAME] – [INSTITUTION]

*Please make sure that the FULL NAME and INSTITUTION in the subject MATCH with the one used for registration.

After the submission, your story will be assessed by the judging panel, and you can only proceed to the final round if your entry is chosen as one of the winnings or shortlisted entries.The committees have the right to publish your entries to all AEO’s publication platforms.

Below are the requirements for the Short Story Writing submission:

All submission must be written in English with the following format standardization:

Font size: 12pt.
Font style: Segoe UI.
1.5 spacing with paragraph indents
2.54 cm margins (top, bottom, left, and right).
Contains at least 2000 words and 5000 words at maximum.
Preferable file format for the submission would be (.doc) or (.docx)
All participants are only allowed to submit once. If the participant submits more than once, then the submission that will be assessed by the judges is the first submission.
Participants are required to submit the synopsis of the story in the format of (.doc) or (.docx)
The story must include a cover page with the following information:

Title of the story.
Author’s name.
Institution name.

Participants’ identities will not be exposed to the judges before they read and assess the story to ensure the assessment’s objectiveness

Specific Rules:

Participants have to submit the story by latest on February 10, 2022, at 11.59 p.m. (GMT + 07:00).
All works must be original from the creator and have not been previously published anywhere, nor have they been winners in other competitions. If the committee found out otherwise, the participant will be disqualified.
Late submission will not be tolerated.
The story must not contain violence, pornography, and racism. Otherwise, judges may (in their discretion) deduct 3 points from the total average of the judge's scoring in one round for every violation of rules. Judges may also disqualify a participant for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
The committee will have the right to publicize participants' stories to all AEO Publication Platforms. The participants will receive a notification on their email if their story is chosen to be publicized by the committee. The participants may also check the website to find out whether their entry is selected for publication.
Please make sure that your contact details are registered correctly on the online form – otherwise, we might not be able to contact you if your entry is chosen as the winning entry or is published to AEO Publication Platforms.

Judging:

Participants who pass to the final round will be announced on February 19, 2022, and everyone that submits the works will be given feedback directly from the judges on February 20, 2022.
The committee will contact the participants who break to the final round via email.
The decisions of the judging panel are final.

Final Round (Online Story Writing)

For the final round, participants will write a story online through the Google Docs provided by the committee. The finalist will be given time to construct a wonderful story from a story opening provided by the committee based on the genre they get.

Short Story Writing Final Round Rules:

The final round will be conducted on February 21, 2022.
Participants must stand-by at least 30 minutes before the final round starts.
Before the final round starts, there will be a lottery to determine each participant's story genre. The committee will shuffle the genres available, and then the participants will have to pick one randomly. The participants' genre from the lottery will be the genre of their story for this final round.
The committee will give the link to Google Docs for the participants to prepare their stories.
Participants will be given 3 hours to continue the opening of their stories based on the genre they’ve got beforehand.
The story must not contain violence, pornography, and racism. Otherwise, judges may (in their discretion) deduct 3 points from the total average of the judge's scoring in one round for every violation of rules. Judges may also disqualify a participant for gross misconduct or ineligibility.
The committees have the right to publish your entries to all AEO’s Publication Platforms.

Timing of Short Story Writing Final Round:

Timing will begin with the first letter typed by the participants.
Participants must stop typing when the performing time has ended. Otherwise, points will be deducted, unless the participants are trying to finish a sentence.
Participants will be informed regarding their remaining time of performing.

Winner Announcement & Rewards:

The announcement of the winners will be announced on aeo.mybnec.org on February 27, 2022.
The rewards will be transferred to the winners within 7 working days after the announcement.

registration guide

Terms and Conditions

registration

Definition

Person in Charge (PIC) is a representative of an institution who handles the registration process and responsible for the participants. The Person in Charge can be the supervisor/coach/teacher of the participants, or the participants themselves.
Registration Field is for the Person in Charge (PIC) to book and register the number of total participants in each competitive field.
Our working days are from Monday to Friday, excluding Christmas, New Years, and other national holidays in Indonesia.

Eligibility

Participants will be eligible to participate in The 2022 Asian English Olympics if they are 15 to 23 years old and are enrolled in senior high school (10^th grade or above) or university. Students who are eligible to take part at the beginning of the competition will be eligible to participate until the end of the competition. The PIC of each institution will be responsible for this provision.
Each institution can only send a maximum of 3 people or teams per field of competition.
Radio Drama and Short Story Writing will be run in different timelines from others. So, each participant may only join one main competition (Speech, Debate, Storytelling, Newscasting, and Spelling bee) and two side competitions (Radio Drama and Short Story Writing)
Past champions of the Asian English Olympics are not allowed to join the same competition field that they have won before. But, they are allowed to join other competition fields.

Registration

Each institution registration must be done by their assigned Person in Charge (PIC).
We only provide online registration through our website. The PIC must follow the registration steps provided in the "Register Now" headline banner.
The PIC can register or add new slots as long as the registration period for the concerned field is still open.
To facilitate the payment process, it is recommended that each institution only registered on one representative account. Multiple accounts for each institution are allowed only if the same institution has different PIC. However, be sure to keep in mind that each institution can only send a maximum of 3 people or teams per field of competition.
The 2022 Asian English Olympics competition is fully personal funded, which means that the organizer does not cover any expenses for the participants. However, because all participants are on (the) behalf of their institution, you may request The 2022 Asian English Olympics Official Invitation Letter and Proposal.
You can request them by clicking the link in the “Request Invitation Letter” section or sending us an e-mail. Through the letter and proposal, we hope that your expenses would be covered by your institution.

Timeline

For Main Competition (Debate, Newscasting, Speech, Spelling Bee, Storytelling)

The Registration Phase will be closed on February 7, 2022, at 11:59 P.M. (GMT + 07:00).
The Video Submission for the preliminary round for Newscasting, Speech, Storytelling will be on February 16, 2022, at 11:59 P.M. (GMT + 07:00).
Preliminary for Spelling Bee will be on February 22, 2022.
Preliminary for Debate will be on February 22-23, 2022.
The latest upload for the payment proof* is on February 14, 2022, at 06:00 P.M. (GMT + 07:00). If you don't proceed to your competition payment until the deadline, you will be disqualified

*) You already filled out the form of payment confirmation on our website.

For Radio Drama, Short Story Writing

The Registration Phase will be closed on February 10, 2022, at 11:59 P.M. (GMT + 07:00).
The Latest Submission for the preliminary round will be on February 10, 2022, at 11:59 P.M. (GMT + 07:00).
The latest upload for the payment proof* for the Radio Drama and Short Story Writing is on February 17, 2022, at 06:00 P.M. (GMT + 07:00). If you don't proceed to your online competition payment until the deadline, you will be disqualified (even though you have made your submission).

*) You already filled out the form of payment confirmation on our website.

PAYMENT

General Rules

The payment amount that we receive must match the amount of total fees listed in the invoice.
We only accept payment in Indonesian Rupiahs (IDR). Most payments will be automatically converted to IDR in the International Bank, Wise or Western Union.
Please be aware of how much additional fees will be charged to you by your bank, Wise or Western Union when you transfer it to our account.
All additional costs are borne by the participants.
If you happen to transfer less than the listed fee, we will contact the PIC to get you to make another payment to cover the shortfall. This also means that you should pay for the additional fees twice. To avoid this, please pay extra attention to pay all the listed fees moderately.
The payment deadline for SHORT STORY WRITING and RADIO DRAMA is on February 17, 2022, at 6:00 P.M. (GMT+07:00).
The payment deadline for SPEECH, NEWSCASTING, STORYTELLING, DEBATE, and SPELLING BEE is on February 14, 2022, at 6:00 P.M. (GMT+07:00).
We have the right to disqualify the participants who didn’t pay the right amount of registration fee until the expected deadline.

Payment Steps

There are 2 types of payment (National and International Participants Payment).

If you want to secure your slots, we highly suggest you make the payment within 10 days after you do the registration at maximum, or else we will revoke your booking. Please also be aware that international transfer using Wise needs a few days to be done.

After the payment is made, you will have to wait for a maximum of 7 working days to receive your payment confirmation.

All the money that has been transferred into our account cannot be refunded for all reasons.

Payment Details for National and International Participants

Please see the details and instructions inside the invoice.

WINNER PRIZE

NOTE: All prize winners do not include admin fees.

THE 2022 ASIAN ENGLISH OLYMPICS

Echo Your Forte

WHAT IS ASIAN ENGLISH OLYMPICS?

The Asian English Olympics (AEO) is one of Asia's most anticipated international English competitions.

GREETINGS FROM PROJECT MANAGER

Debora Irooth

Hello, Asian Youths!

ABOUT ASIAN ENGLISH OLYMPICS

We are continuously spreading our impact to all youths across Asia

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COMPETITION FIELDS

Explore Your Talent

Debate

Newscasting

Speech

Storytelling

Spelling Bee

Radio Drama

Short Story Writing

COMPETITION FIELDS

Explore Your Talent

Debate

Newscasting

Speech

Storytelling

Spelling Bee

Radio Drama

Short Story Writing

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Question

Where will The 2022 Asian English Olympics be conducted?

What is the qualification to join The 2022 AEO?

Can an institution have/create more than one account?

How do I request an invitation letter?

How many participants are allowed to join on a certain field for each institution?

Can I join 2 competition at the same time?

When is the submission deadline for the preliminary round?

Can I send my adjudicator(s) for my debate team?

Can AEO’s past champion join the competition again?

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