THE OSSA AWARD
In keeping with one of OSSA'S primary aims, which is to draw new scholars to
the study of argumentation theory, the Organizing Committee announces "THE
OSSA AWARD."
Eligibility: In order to be eligible, the following conditions must be met:
- The paper was written by a graduate student who had not officially
graduated before September 9, 2000.
- A paper with joint authors is eligible only if all authors satisfy the
above condition.
- The paper has been accepted for OSSA Conference that will take place in
May 2001.
Copies of completed papers must be received by March 1, 2001.
Papers should be sent to Dr. Ralph H. Johnson: johnsoa@uwindsor.ca
Criteria: Papers will be judged on the following criteria:
- Clarity and organization of the paper
- Thoroughness and quality of arguments (i.e., problematic claims are
defended or otherwise dealt with, no obvious mistakes occur, well-known
objections are answered)
- Originality of insights and significance of implications
- Coverage of the literature (the main contending positions are referred to)
- Relevance to the theme and interests of the conference
Adjudication:
- Step 1: Each paper is evaluated by the commentator chosen for the paper
and by the members of the Organizing Committee.
- Step 2: The Organizing Committee makes the selection based on the
commentators' reports and their own assessments.
Prize: A Plaque and CDN$250
The 0SSA Award will be presented during the conference.
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Hans V. Hansen
Christopher W. Tindale
J. Anthony Blair
Ralph H. Johnson
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