The Aspen Institute Courses

A New Tool to Measure Good Jobs and Benchmark Business Performance

Unveiling an innovative tool to assess and benchmark job quality performance for frontline workers, aiming to incentivize businesses to improve worker treatment and create better employment opportunities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Train All Coaches - Can a Free Tool Change the Game?

Explore the potential of a free coaching tool to revolutionize sports training and development across all levels of athletics.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Think Small - Big Ideas from Small Countries

Explore innovative solutions from small nations that can inspire global change and address pressing challenges facing larger countries.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Design for Development - Restructuring Competition for Better Outcomes

Explore strategies for restructuring competition to drive positive development outcomes and create more equitable economic systems.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Revitalizing In-Town Leagues - The Promise of Mixed Gender Play

Explore the potential of mixed gender sports to revitalize local leagues, enhance inclusivity, and develop crucial life skills for participants of all ages and backgrounds.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Ask Kids What They Want - Redesigning Youth Sports Through Youth Perspectives

Explore innovative approaches to youth sports by considering children's perspectives and preferences, fostering a more engaging and inclusive athletic environment.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Values in Conflict - The Code of the West

Explore ethical dilemmas and moral challenges through the lens of Western American history, examining how conflicting values shape our decisions and society.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The West Today - Lessons for the Future

Explore the current state of Western civilization and its potential future trajectory, examining key challenges and opportunities for societal progress.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The End of the Frontier - The Beginning of Conservation

Explore the historical shift from frontier expansion to conservation efforts, examining the impact on American landscapes and environmental policies.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Story of Land, Water, and Wildlife in the American West

Explore the complex history of the American West, examining water issues, wildlife conservation, and the roles of cowboys and women in shaping the frontier.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Kit Carson and the 19th Century American West - A Legendary Journey of Exploration

Explore Kit Carson's complex legacy and the 19th century American West, examining historical perspectives and the challenges of interpreting controversial figures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Native Americans and the 20th Century

Explore the experiences and challenges faced by Native Americans in the 20th century, examining key historical events and their lasting impact on indigenous communities.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

From Territories to States: The Civil War and the End of the Frontier

Explore the Civil War's impact on Western expansion, federal power, slavery, and race relations in America, examining key historical events and their lasting consequences.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Meaning of Play - Insights from Kobe Bryant

Explore the significance of play, loss, and coaching with NBA legend Kobe Bryant as he shares insights on movement, imagination, and personal growth.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A Few Thousand Dollars: Sparking Prosperity for Everyone - Book Talk

Exploring strategies to address wealth inequality and build inclusive prosperity through policy changes, savings initiatives, and economic opportunities for all Americans.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video