Judge\u00a0exams<\/h2>\nDefault assumptions for all exam questions<\/h3>\n
On all exam questions, unless otherwise stated, the certifying judge and the candidate may make the following assumptions:<\/p>\n
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- The active player’s name begins with an “A”, the nonactive player’s name begins with an “N”.<\/li>\n
- Players have the necessary resources to do whatever the scenario describes them doing.<\/li>\n
- Players have only taken the described actions, and nothing else currently affects the game state.<\/li>\n
- Players only have those creatures or non-land permanents they are mentioned as having.<\/li>\n
- Players are both controller and owner of the permanents they are mentioned as having.<\/li>\n
- Players have not committed any infractions previously during the event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Types of tests<\/h3>\n
Depending on the certifying judge’s level (and role) there are various tests available:<\/p>\n
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\n \nTest<\/th>\n Description<\/th>\n Available for<\/th>\n Passing score<\/th>\n Wait time to retest<\/th>\n Time limit (online)<\/th>\n Size rules<\/th>\n Size policy<\/th>\n Size total<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n Rules Practice<\/td>\n Practice test with questions on a variety of topics related to the Comprehensive Rules<\/td>\n All JudgeApps Users<\/td>\n n\/a<\/td>\n none<\/td>\n 45 min<\/td>\n 5<\/td>\n 0<\/td>\n 5<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Policy Practice<\/td>\n Practice test with questions about MIPG and other policy documents<\/td>\n All JudgeApps Users<\/td>\n n\/a<\/td>\n none<\/td>\n 45 min<\/td>\n 0<\/td>\n 5<\/td>\n 5<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Level 1 Practice<\/td>\n Test to assess rules and policy knowledge for the Level 1 exam<\/td>\n All JudgeApps Users<\/td>\n 70%<\/td>\n 28 days<\/td>\n 120 min<\/td>\n 14<\/td>\n 6<\/td>\n 20<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Level 1<\/td>\n Test to reach\u00a0Level 1<\/a><\/td>\n Level 2+<\/td>\n 70%<\/td>\n 60 days<\/td>\n none<\/td>\n 18<\/td>\n 7<\/td>\n 25<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Level 2 Practice<\/td>\n Test to assess rules and policy knowledge for the Level 2 exam<\/td>\n Level 1+<\/td>\n 70%<\/td>\n 60 days<\/td>\n 75 min<\/td>\n 17<\/td>\n 8<\/td>\n 25<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Level 2<\/td>\n Test to reach\u00a0Level 2<\/a><\/td>\n Level 3<\/td>\n 80%<\/td>\n 90 days<\/td>\n none<\/td>\n 35<\/td>\n 15<\/td>\n 50<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Level 3 Preliminary Exam<\/td>\n Test to assess rules and policy knowledge for the Level 3 exam<\/td>\n Level 2+ (Created by Level 3)<\/td>\n n\/a<\/td>\n Special<\/td>\n 100 min<\/td>\n 17<\/td>\n 8<\/td>\n 25<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Level 3A<\/td>\n Level 3 test version A<\/td>\n L3 Testing Manager<\/td>\n 80%<\/td>\n n\/a<\/td>\n n\/a<\/td>\n 35<\/td>\n 15<\/td>\n 50<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n \n Level 3B<\/td>\n Level 3 test version B<\/td>\n L3 Testing Manager<\/td>\n 80%<\/td>\n n\/a<\/td>\n n\/a<\/td>\n 35<\/td>\n 15<\/td>\n 50<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n The L1P can be created by an L2+ mentor, and the L2P can be created by an L3 mentor. This will grant the mentor access to the exam, allowing them to review the candidate’s answers and provide feedback. The L1P can also be created by any JudgeApps user for their own use, and the L2P can be created by any L1+ for their own use. L1 and L2 exams must be created by an L2+ and L3, respectively. L3P exams are created by L3s – make sure to tell the L3 how many times you’ve previously attempted the L3P, and what the results were, when requesting an L3P exam. L3 certification exams will be created by the L3 Testing Manager as needed. For exams with a cooldown, the cooldown may be overridden by any Regional Coordinator. For exams with a time limit, the exam must be taken online, and the time limit begins when the candidate opens the exam for the first time.<\/p>\n
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Sitting the exam<\/h2>\n
An exam can be done at any time, it doesn\u2019t have to be during an event. If the candidate works in a store keep in mind when arranging a time for the exam that they will be unable to be doing other work while taking the exam. It is unlikely you will be able to test someone while they are trying to work on their own. The exam itself is untimed, most candidates take around 60-90 minutes for the Level 1 test, and 90-180 minutes for the Level 2 test. Candidates are not allowed any notes (such as Release Notes for Magic sets or the JAR\/MIPG) during the exam. Get them sitting somewhere quiet and go over the following points before starting:<\/p>\n
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- Whatever they put on the answer sheet is what you\u2019ll mark. On the full exam they can cross things out, make notes, and note questions they want to talk about later. It also helps to give the candidate a few basic lands to draw on to help\u00a0visualize scenarios.<\/li>\n
- The contents of the exam are confidential and they are only allowed to discuss it with you.<\/li>\n
- The player whose name begins with \u201cA\u201d is the active player and the one whose name begins with \u201cN\u201d is the non-active player.<\/li>\n
- Show them the difference between the questions with only one answer and the \u201cchoose any number of answers\u201d questions, where the number of right answers might range from 0 to 5.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Passing scores for Level 1 and Level 2 exams<\/h2>\n
The required passing scores are 70% and 80% respectively, as described above. An\u00a0Advancement Interview review on JudgeApps is required to update a person’s Level.<\/p>\n
After an exam<\/h2>\n
Interview<\/h3>\n
After the exam there should be a short interview with the candidate. This is the chance to sit down and talk about Magic<\/strong>: The Gathering\u2122\u00a0and judging for a bit, as well as to confirm that the candidate would be a suitable member of the community, following policies and being willing to learn. This is also a chance to use the results of the written exam to clear up any misconceptions and teach the correct answers to anything the candidate got wrong. First of all, go over anything the candidate has questions on or say they are unsure about, then go over any remaining wrong answers. If the candidate has failed explain to them how the test has just identified some areas for them to work on with our help. Scheduling a time or event for a retest gives the candidate a goal to work towards and encourages them to keep judging.<\/p>\n
Some other points that may need covering:<\/p>\n
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- For new Level 1s, reinforce the philosophy of Regular REL \u2013 that it is about having fun and as judges we are here to help players and correct game states rather than punish people.<\/li>\n
- For new Level 1s, reinforce that, unlike Competitive REL, game losses are only used as a last resort at Regular REL, after a player has made the same mistake or been asked to change behavior many times. Things like problems with sideboarding or number of cards in a deck should not result in game losses at Regular REL.<\/li>\n
- For new Level 2s, reinforce the philosophy of Competitive REL \u2013\u00a0focus on consistency in the application of the MIPG.<\/li>\n
- For new Level 2s, reinforce the importance of mentoring and community building.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Feedback on questions<\/h3>\n
If there are any issues with questions and answers (too hard, too easy, unsuited for a given test, outdated, etc.) you can submit feedback after your test is graded. When looking at your test results in JudgeApps, you can click on the question number (to the left of the question) to visit that question’s page on JudgeApps. Near the bottom of that page is a comment form, which will be submitted to the team that manages the exam. Note that this is not a substitute for discussing exam results with your mentor – it is for helping to make the exam questions better.<\/p>\n
Enter the advancement interview review<\/h3>\n
Entering an Advancement Interview review is a mandatory part of the certification process, no matter the result of the exam. Without a review entered, the advancement won’t be processed. Check the Reviews page<\/a>\u00a0for more information on how to enter an Advancement Interview review.<\/p>\n
Update the candidate’s level<\/h3>\n
If the candidate advances to the next level the candidate’s level will update automatically on\u00a0JudgeApps when an Advancement Interview review is submitted.<\/p>\n
Inform your community<\/h3>\n
When a candidate advances, it is customary to communicate with the candidate’s Regional Coordinator and\/or local leadership\u00a0about it. It is also advisable to celebrate the candidate’s promotion in the corresponding JudgeApps regional forums and\/or on social media sites.<\/p>\n
The Level 1 exam<\/a><\/h2>\n
Detailed information about the purpose of the Level 1 Exam, the subjects covered on the exam, and study recommendations.<\/p>\n
The Level 2 exam<\/a><\/h2>\n
Detailed information about the purpose of the Level 2 Exam, the subjects covered on the exam, and study recommendations.<\/p>\n