BOU Da is a dedicated academic specializing in English language education and Education. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Education in English from the University of Battambang in 2013, establishing a strong foundation in his field.
From 2014 to 2015, BOU Da pursued additional studies, completing a Bachelor +1 in Higher Education in English at the National Institute of Education in Phnom Penh. This program further refined his expertise in higher education.
In 2017, BOU Da achieved a Master of Arts degree in Battambang, enhancing his academic credentials and contributing to his field of study. He is currently advancing his research at the National University of Battambang, Cambodia, with a focus on Educational Management.
Through his work, BOU Da is committed to improving educational practices and management, aiming to significantly impact the development of educational systems and policies in Cambodia.
EDUCATION
Mater Degree
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Teacher Education, Curriculum, TESOL, and Action Research
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Scopus Publications
76
Scholar Citations
5
Scholar h-index
4
Scholar i10-index
Scopus Publications
Enhancing Research Productivity and Faculty Development: A Cambodian Case Study Da Bou, Vida Orn, Sophandara Loem, Borath Lang Implementing Research Management Policies in Asean Higher Education Institutions, 2025 Research is the main key strategy to national growth and global competitiveness, so Cambodia's educational institutions find themselves at a turning point. This chapter explores creative techniques, including specialized training and cooperative research environments, using case studies of specific universities. Creating a framework that promotes research techniques for expanding Cambodian higher education institutions, fostering innovation, and promoting economic and social development should take the front stage in recommendations to policymakers.
Exploring Cambodian teacher educators' perspectives and challenges in conducting action research Issues in Educational Research, 2025
RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Adopting Research Practices in Cambodian Teacher Education Colleges: Effects on Educator and Student Competence D Bou, C Hum, S Soeung Canadian Journal of Educational and Social Studies 6 (3), 1-28 , 2026 2026
The Role of Scaffolding in Early Literacy Development among First-Grade Students in Cambodian Primary Schools L Nin, BOU Da, B Chhen, R Norm, S Vann Journal of Classroom Action Research 5 (1), 82-98 , 2026 2026
The Effect of the SWBST Strategy on Reading Comprehension and Writing Skills of Cambodian Fourth-Grade Students R Norm, BOU Da, S Vann, L Nin, B Chhen Journal of Classroom Action Research 5 (1), 60-81 , 2026 2026
Leading Digital Change in Cambodian Teacher Education: Hierarchies, Challenges, and Future Directions D Bou, B Lang, S Loem, V Orn, S Hieng, R Norm Digital Leadership and Innovation in ASEAN Education, 125-154 , 2026 2026
Challenges in Academic Research for Society: Empirical Study of Cambodian University R Sam, D Bou, H Yoeng, B Lang, V Chap, S Sam Academic Research Challenges for Modern Society, 291-312 , 2026 2026
Enhancing Research Productivity and Faculty Development: A Cambodian Case Study D Bou, V Orn, S Loem, B Lang Implementing Research Management Policies in ASEAN Higher Education … , 2026 2026
Exploring Cambodian teacher educators' perspectives and challenges in conducting action research D Bou, L Sran, P Phorn Issues in Educational Research 35 (3), 905-922 , 2025 2025 Citations: 3
Efficiency analysis of risk management practices and their impact on income in small café businesses: The case of Battambang, Cambodia S Darith, LK Eav, D Bou Journal of Management, Economics, and Industrial Organization 9 (2), 1-20. , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Challenges and suggestions for improving the quality of higher education in Cambodia D Bou Cambodian Journal of Educational Research 5 (1) , 2025 2025 Citations: 9
Transformational leadership style in higher education: Scoping literature review BOU Da, SAM Rany Journal of General Education and Humanities 4 (1), 13-34 , 2025 2025 Citations: 19
Examining Self-Assessment of Student Teachers' Self-Directed Learning: A Case Study at Battambang Teacher Education College, Cambodia D Bou, L Sran, S Teu, C Tep, S Kheuy, S Vy, V Dul Cambodia (November 03, 2024) , 2024 2024 Citations: 4
Teacher Trainers’ perception and practice on Credit-Based Curriculum in English Language teaching at Teacher Education College, Cambodia D Bou, S Chor, S Nhem, C Lay European Journal of Contemporary Education and E-Learning 2 (6), 229-249 , 2024 2024 Citations: 2
Servant leadership style in high education institutions: A systematic literature review V Dul, R Sam, S Hak, D Bou, S Vy, S Kheuy European Journal of Contemporary Education and E-Learning 2 (6), 116-139 , 2024 2024 Citations: 11
Autocratic leadership style in higher education institutions: A systematic literature review P Yea, C Hum, S Chea, D Bou, R Chheav, V Dul, R Sam European Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 1 (6), 88-96 , 2024 2024 Citations: 13
The laissez-faire leadership style in higher education institutions: A systematic literature review C Chhom, S Vy, R Chheav, D Bou, S Kheuy, R Sam European Journal of Contemporary Education and E-Learning 2 (6), 140-168 , 2024 2024 Citations: 14
Factors influencing teacher educators' decision to work at Battambang Teacher Education College: Challenges and strategies for recruitment and retention D Bou, S Chhen Journal of Management, Economics, and Industrial Organization 8 (3), 72-92. , 2024 2024
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Transformational leadership style in higher education: Scoping literature review BOU Da, SAM Rany Journal of General Education and Humanities 4 (1), 13-34 , 2025 2025 Citations: 19
The laissez-faire leadership style in higher education institutions: A systematic literature review C Chhom, S Vy, R Chheav, D Bou, S Kheuy, R Sam European Journal of Contemporary Education and E-Learning 2 (6), 140-168 , 2024 2024 Citations: 14
Autocratic leadership style in higher education institutions: A systematic literature review P Yea, C Hum, S Chea, D Bou, R Chheav, V Dul, R Sam European Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 1 (6), 88-96 , 2024 2024 Citations: 13
Servant leadership style in high education institutions: A systematic literature review V Dul, R Sam, S Hak, D Bou, S Vy, S Kheuy European Journal of Contemporary Education and E-Learning 2 (6), 116-139 , 2024 2024 Citations: 11
Challenges and suggestions for improving the quality of higher education in Cambodia D Bou Cambodian Journal of Educational Research 5 (1) , 2025 2025 Citations: 9
Examining Self-Assessment of Student Teachers' Self-Directed Learning: A Case Study at Battambang Teacher Education College, Cambodia D Bou, L Sran, S Teu, C Tep, S Kheuy, S Vy, V Dul Cambodia (November 03, 2024) , 2024 2024 Citations: 4
Exploring Cambodian teacher educators' perspectives and challenges in conducting action research D Bou, L Sran, P Phorn Issues in Educational Research 35 (3), 905-922 , 2025 2025 Citations: 3
Teacher Trainers’ perception and practice on Credit-Based Curriculum in English Language teaching at Teacher Education College, Cambodia D Bou, S Chor, S Nhem, C Lay European Journal of Contemporary Education and E-Learning 2 (6), 229-249 , 2024 2024 Citations: 2
Efficiency analysis of risk management practices and their impact on income in small café businesses: The case of Battambang, Cambodia S Darith, LK Eav, D Bou Journal of Management, Economics, and Industrial Organization 9 (2), 1-20. , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Adopting Research Practices in Cambodian Teacher Education Colleges: Effects on Educator and Student Competence D Bou, C Hum, S Soeung Canadian Journal of Educational and Social Studies 6 (3), 1-28 , 2026 2026
The Role of Scaffolding in Early Literacy Development among First-Grade Students in Cambodian Primary Schools L Nin, BOU Da, B Chhen, R Norm, S Vann Journal of Classroom Action Research 5 (1), 82-98 , 2026 2026
The Effect of the SWBST Strategy on Reading Comprehension and Writing Skills of Cambodian Fourth-Grade Students R Norm, BOU Da, S Vann, L Nin, B Chhen Journal of Classroom Action Research 5 (1), 60-81 , 2026 2026
Leading Digital Change in Cambodian Teacher Education: Hierarchies, Challenges, and Future Directions D Bou, B Lang, S Loem, V Orn, S Hieng, R Norm Digital Leadership and Innovation in ASEAN Education, 125-154 , 2026 2026
Challenges in Academic Research for Society: Empirical Study of Cambodian University R Sam, D Bou, H Yoeng, B Lang, V Chap, S Sam Academic Research Challenges for Modern Society, 291-312 , 2026 2026
Enhancing Research Productivity and Faculty Development: A Cambodian Case Study D Bou, V Orn, S Loem, B Lang Implementing Research Management Policies in ASEAN Higher Education … , 2026 2026
Factors influencing teacher educators' decision to work at Battambang Teacher Education College: Challenges and strategies for recruitment and retention D Bou, S Chhen Journal of Management, Economics, and Industrial Organization 8 (3), 72-92. , 2024 2024