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SS. week 3. Techniqual passes A technique refers to a specific method or skill used to accomplish a task or achieve a desired outcome. In the context of sports or any other activity, techniques can include specific movements, strategies, or approaches that are employed to perform effectively and efficiently.

Contests! Contests! Contests! Area, Division, and District contest format in District 95 in 2023-2024 Toastmasters year According to the decision taken at the District Executive Committee Meeting on the 2nd of September, all Area, Division, and District contests are run in person. However, the Committee regarded the possibility of running an additional online competition which could not be equal to the official contest but meets the requirements of the members who can participate online only. About the date and the organizing team, you will be informed in the next newsletters. #d95 #toastmasters #toastmastersinternational #whereleadersaremade #contests #reachforyourdreams

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Understanding the accreditation processes for football practitioners can be a nightmare. Here are 3 key considerations when looking to gain accreditations: 1. Cost - most are expensive, ask yourself whether it will give you a 'return on investment'. 2. Acceptability - not all accreditations are 'accepted' by employers, check job specs for info. 3. Transferability - some accreditations are country specific, check how widely accepted they are. Want to understand more? Check out my recent article on accreditations: https://lnkd.in/eBdE6-6Z ~~~ I share practical advice that football practitioners can apply into their own practice in a short, free newsletter every Friday at 12:00 GMT. You can join here: https://lnkd.in/gvCbJYRr

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DON’T JUST MANAGE YOUR REFEREES! Our CEO, Helen Foord, has written a blog to help you with the referee process of directory submissions. This can be a confusing minefield that needs to be navigated correctly as these marks are equally just as important as the rest. Therefore, it isn’t good enough, any longer, for us to simply manage the referee part of the process. Rather than viewing referees as an administrative process – as many directories consultants do – we’re massively evolving our services over the coming year to bring in genuine, valuable consultancy and support on all aspects of the referee part of directory submissions. And beyond. Unlike others we don’t call this referee management. We call it referee development. Read more from our very own directory wizard and her top tips you need to know here: https://lnkd.in/eTjJmSmS or get in touch directly today. #DirectorySubmissions #LegalDirectories #CEO

Delighted to announce that Dr. Nina Windgätter (University of New Hampshire) will deliver a paper at the next appointment with the British Philosophy of Sport Association Online Seminar Series, with title "Improving the use of Video Assistant Referees in Soccer: Balancing the Need for Expertise and Game Management with the Need for Transparency and Justification. When: December 6th at 3pm (UK time) Where: on zoom (link to be circulated morning of 6th to BPSA members)   Abstract: Now that spectators and teams have access to video during games, I argue that refereeing teams need in-game access to video in some way. This means that in addition to expertise as (a) legal scholars, (b) police officers, (c) play development experts, and (d) bureaucrats in an institution, referees will need expertise in (e) video replay. To figure out the proper role of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in soccer, I argue that three sets of questions need to be coherently answered: (1)   What officials do we want to have video replay expertise? All or only some? (2)   How much video replay expertise do we want officials to have? In particular, to what degree ought VAR decisions be accessible to non-referees? Relatedly, how accessible ought other forms of referee expertise be? (3)   What role should video replay expertise play in professional and international soccer?   Answering these questions requires a view on the value of referee expertise and dealing with the inherent tension between transparency and expertise.  The current system of VAR does not take a clear stand on the above questions, undermining all types of referee expertise in the process.    #VAR #soccer  #transparency #refereeexpertise #BPSA

We've joined forces with Tom Webb, the preeminent referee academic in the world, to delve deeper into the challenges faced by referees worldwide. 🌍 Our independent study, launched this week, seeks to understand what truly makes refereeing more enjoyable. Whether it's combating abuse or streamlining admin duties, we're committed to making a positive impact. Learn more about the study here, and follow us for regular updates -https://lnkd.in/esnu9ScP How would you describe the state of refereeing today?

In honor of the Masters Tournament this weekend, let's revisit a video we shared on Section 280A, also known as the Augusta Rule. In case you missed it, watch here to learn more about this unique tax-saving strategy: https://hubs.la/Q02sHy2r0

We have a new interpreter training course: Navigating Jury Duty! Learn more about tools you can use to navigate the elements of jury duty! Purchase this self-paced course at https://lnkd.in/gcHHGKrq #InterpreterEducation #OnlineFocus #CEUs #JuryDuty