3MT-Three Minute Thesis Competition - IIUM Kuantan

08/04/2016

"Human beings are wired for stories. They speak to us in a deep way. They help us make sense of the world, and remember important lessons.

That’s why many religious teachings have been codified in parables. And why the most engaging TED talks are often built around a narrative structure."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPWEiJO0M_k

In the third episode of Engaging Audiences, Shari Graydon explains that if academics adopt some basic storytelling principles, they may better be able to get...

05/04/2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqchpRM77No

Siti Aimi Sarah Zainal Abidin has represented Universiti Putra Malaysia in the 2014 International Trans Tasman 3 Minute Thesis Competition with her presentat...

05/04/2016

04/04/2016

Assalamu alaikum wrh wbt

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Kindly be informed that the 3MT competition venue has changed to Lecture Hall 2, Kulliyyah of Medicine (KOM). The program will be from 9 am to 1 pm.

Thank you.

04/04/2016

"Melissa Marshall brings a message to all scientists (from non-scientists): We're fascinated by what you're doing. So tell us about it — in a way we can understand. In just 4 minutes, she shares powerful tips on presenting complex scientific ideas to a general audience."

http://www.ted.com/talks/melissa_marshall_talk_nerdy_to_me

Melissa Marshall brings a message to all scientists (from non-scientists): We're fascinated by what you're doing. So tell us about it -- in a way we can understand. In just 4 minutes, she shares powerful tips on presenting complex scientific ideas to a general audience.

03/04/2016

"Whether you’re delivering a forty-five minute public lecture or presenting for ten minutes on a panel, it’s never a bad idea to give people a road map to where you’re headed. And they’re more likely to retain the message if you share the route you’ll be taking in the process."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMZ0kmZUIXg

In the fourth and final episode of Engaging Audiences, Shari explains how to structure your presentation content for maximum engagement.