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Selecting the most suitable student for the project you mentor is a crucial part of GSoC as it directly affects the outcome of the program. When evaluating candidates, you can consider the following things:
Understanding of the Project: Check if the student clearly understands the project idea, how they plan to approach it, and what outcomes they expect. Look for well-explained proposals that show the student has done research on the project, including its background, goals, and why it matters to OpenMRS.
Technical Proficiency: Evaluate the student's technical ability to execute the project successfully. This can be done by reviewing their prior work, such as code contributions, projects, GitHub activities, etc.
Alignment with Project Goals: Determine how well the student's proposal aligns with the goals and requirements of the project. Look for creativity, innovation, and feasibility in their proposed solutions.
Community Engagement: Consider the student's involvement and engagement with the OpenMRS community. This includes participation in discussions, contributions to documentation, and responsiveness to feedback.
Be Mindful of AI-Generated Proposals: With advancements in technology, there might be instances of AI-generated project proposals. While these proposals may appear polished, look for genuine understanding, personalization, and originality in the student's ideas.
Should you require additional information from students, feel empowered to reach out to them directly and request the necessary details. You are also encouraged to assign additional tasks to them if you need further assessment of their abilities. We welcome your proactive engagement in ensuring thorough evaluation and selection processes.
Refer to the GSoC Guide on selecting a student for additional insights and best practices.
You can also use our marking rubric as a guide when assessing student proposals. You can find it here. While it's not mandatory to strictly adhere to this rubric, consider its guidance for pivotal decision-making moments.
In the event that you encounter multiple qualified students for a project, please reach out to the Org Admins for assistance. They can facilitate recommendations of these students to other project mentors. Should another project mentor express interest in selecting them for their projects, the admins will coordinate with the students and Google to make the necessary arrangements.
Once you have completed the evaluation process, please send your outcomes to the Org Admins. They will review your decisions and compile the selected student list to be sent to Google. Ensure that you provide reasoning behind your selections or rejections to the Org Admins, enabling them to address any fairness concerns effectively. Your transparent and well-founded justifications will contribute to maintaining integrity throughout the selection process.
Feel free to reach out to the Org Admins if you require assistance or have any questions during the selection process. Their support can be valuable in making informed decisions and ensuring a successful GSoC experience for both mentors and students.
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