Monday 20 April 2015

Graduation Day!

12 months ago I graduated from my Master's program. This year's graduation for the School of Education, I was invited to attend not as a graduand but as part of the ceremony's academic procession. I must admit it was fun donning the academic robes again and sitting up on stage looking out across the sea of mortarboards with their tassel swinging side to side.

Standing with the academics in their doctoral gowns has increased my motivation to complete my thesis. Sometimes, motivation to write wanes and attending the graduation ceremony as part of the academic procession and recession has reminded me of my goal. It has made me determined to get to my graduation ceremony where I wear the big floppy hat or the velvet tam.

So, how's your thesis writing going?





Sunday 29 March 2015

3MT top tips to successfully compete

Last week, I finally competed in the much anticipated Three Minute Thesis or 3MT. As I am at the beginning of my journey, I didn't have data and I believe this will definitely be a plus the next time I take part in the 3MT.



After stalking previous 3MT winners on YouTube and following the 3MT hashtag on twitter, I have collated a list of tips for successfully standing up and presenting your thesis in three minutes. Now that I have completed my first 3MT, I can also add a little humour may help!

So here's my list:
  • Interesting catchy title
  • Engaging introduction/opening line
  • The question/s
  • How I went about it
  • Final message
  • Eye contact
  • Enthusiasm
  • Wear dark clothes
  • No notes- from memory
Also include:
 
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Now although I didn't win, I feel I did have success as I achieved my goals - one of them standing up there and getting through it!
 
What would you add to my list?