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Tags: * do not change score definitions * improve communication with reviewers (scores)

Explanation of score guidelines (e.g., 3 = Good: This paper makes a reasonable contribution ...) should 
not be changed. It is unfair as it makes the scores inconsistent across the rounds. The guideline was 
significantly different between ARR Nov. 2021 and ARR Jan. 2022, and the Avg. review scores were also 
significantly different between the two rounds. In case it is changed, the guideline difference should 
be explicitly notified to the Area chairs.