Tips from CET
Steps to implement the Three Minute Thesis :
- Visit online resources such as The Three Minute Thesis website to identify resources for a 3MT assignment, for example the rubric “scoring” sheet.
- Determine logistics for your class 3MT including time limits, number and format of slides, schedule, and virtual or in person presentations.
- Provide clear instructions to students about how to develop and submit their title, slides, and abstract summarizing the project. Encourage students to view examples of previous 3MT.
- Offer opportunities for students to receive and provide peer-feedback as they develop and practice their 3MT.
- Consider recording the 3MT presentations and make them available to students for their social media and professional portfolios.
- Consider judging the 3MT as a competition and award digital badges.
- Provide feedback to students individually or offer whole class feedback.
References
Hu, G., & Liu, Y. (2018). Three minute thesis presentations as an academic genre: A cross-disciplinary study of genre moves. Journal of English for Academic Purposes, 35, 16–30. (USC Libraries Link).
Hyland, K., & Zou, H. (2022). Pithy Persuasion: Engagement in 3 Minute Thesis Presentations. Applied Linguistics, 43(1), 21–44. (USC Libraries Link).
The Three Minute Thesis. Three Minute Thesis – University of Queensland. (n.d.).