Organizer: Center for Khmer Studies
Type/Location: Hybrid / Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Description:
Academic presentation skills are essential for scholars at all levels to communicate their research findings clearly, confidently, and persuasively. For early-career researchers, including undergraduate and graduate students, these skills are crucial for developing effective communication that will benefit both their academic pursuits and future careers. Since many researchers and students, especially in Cambodia and other Southeast Asian countries, do not receive sufficient training on how to deliver academic presentations effectively and professionally, this workshop aims to fill that gap. Topics include structuring content logically, designing engaging visual aids, and mastering verbal delivery techniques. Emphasis is placed on understanding audience needs, thorough preparation, managing anxiety, and utilizing feedback for continuous improvement. By reviewing best practices and useful tips, the workshop seeks to equip participants with the tools necessary to enhance their academic visibility and advance their scholarly careers through effective knowledge dissemination. Ultimately, developing strong presentation skills is essential for sharing knowledge, connecting with peers, and establishing a professional reputation within the academic community and beyond.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Theara Thun has over ten years of experience in delivering academic presentations at both national and international levels and has been recognized with two awards acknowledging his presentation skills. He is currently a research fellow at the University of Hong Kong and the co-instructor of the Ponlok Chomnes Research Fellowship (PCRF) program at the Center for Khmer Studies. He is also the recipient of the 2024-25 Lee Kong Chian NUS-Stanford Distinguished Fellowship on Southeast Asia. Theara earned his PhD from the National University of Singapore through a joint scholarship program with Harvard University’s Yenching Institute. Before relocating to Hong Kong, he held positions at the International Institute for Asian Studies in the Netherlands and later at Kyoto University’s Center for Southeast Asian Studies in Japan. He has published many peer-reviewed articles and authored a monograph published by the University of Hawai’i Press in August 2024. Recently, Theara co-authored a Khmer book with Duong Keo on Cambodia’s ethnic politics and nationalism, published by the Royal University of Phnom Penh Press.
Registration:
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