Evaluation rubrics are a key aspect in the integrity and effectiveness of the IDEC Abstract Review process. But they are a tool to those submitted an abstract just as they are a tool for the Reviewers. Those submitting for a Fall Symposium should consider the rubric when they are building the abstract in order to ensure alignment with the content and the evaluation criteria.
RELEVANCE
The abstract topic is relevant to the discipline of interior design.
0 = no relevance; 5 = significant relevance to interior design
PROBLEM
The author clearly defines the question/problem explored.
0 = problem is not stated; 5 = problem is relevant and exceptionally articulated
CONTEXT
The author clearly places the research problem (questions) within a context supported by other works, literature or precedents.
0 = no context provided; 5 = context is appropriate and relevant
METHOD/POSITION/APPROACH
The abstract presents quantitative and/or qualitative methods, an approach, or position to the project.
0 = method, position, or approach is missing or inappropriate; 5 = method, position, or approach is appropriate and exceptionally articulated
CONCLUSIONS/ARGUMENT
Investigation’s conclusions or argument are highlighted. Work may be in progress.
0 = conclusions or argument are missing; 3 = preliminary conclusions are presented; 5 = conclusions or argument are meaningful
ENGAGEMENT
The study fosters an opportunity for exchange through a strong visual communication of ideas.
0 = no engagement for viewers; 5 = strong engagement for viewers
In addition to the categories above, the reviewer is asked to make a recommendation regarding acceptance.
