English Courses

From Civil War to Civil Rights - The Unending Battle to Vote

Explore the ongoing struggle for universal suffrage in the US, from the 15th Amendment to modern challenges, with insights on racial attitudes, regional differences, and key historical moments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Gender and the Business of Fiction - Influence on Literature and Reception

Explore gender's impact on literary fiction's creation, reception, and recognition through insights from industry experts in this thought-provoking panel discussion.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Temptation of Despair: Tales of the 1940s - Book Discussion

Explore post-WWII Germany through literature, photography, and personal accounts, examining themes of despair, suffering, and ideological shifts in the 1940s.

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

Your Future Smart Wristband - Wearable Technology for Health and Emotion Monitoring

Explore the future of wearable technology with MIT professor Rosalind W. Picard as she discusses innovative wristband sensors for monitoring emotions, health, and sleep patterns.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Robert Pinsky Poetry Reading - Selected Poems and New Works

Former U.S. poet laureate Robert Pinsky shares selected and new poems, offering insights into his creative process and exploring themes of culture, language, and human experience.

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

Science and Application of Wearable Technology

Explore wearable technology's scientific foundations and applications with experts discussing innovations in radiation protection, nano-bio technologies, and augmented reality devices like Google Glass.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Financial Regulation and the CFTC - Gary Gensler's Public Address

Insights on financial regulation from CFTC Chairman Gary Gensler, covering market transparency, clearing, international coordination, and regulatory challenges in an expanding financial landscape.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Harvard Campaign Launch - President's Remarks on Shaping the University's Future

Inspiring address by Harvard's President on the university's future, emphasizing innovation, global impact, and the enduring value of liberal arts education.

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

Beyond Belief - Exploring the Connection Between Personal Beliefs and Physical Health

Explore the fascinating link between personal beliefs and physical health, including placebo effects, spirituality, stress reduction, and mind-body connections in medical contexts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Arcadia Project - Postmodern Pastoral Poetry Reading

Diverse poets read from "THE ARCADIA PROJECT," a compilation exploring postmodern pastoral themes. Features Timothy Donnelly, C.D. Wright, Gabriel Gudding, Dana Levin, John Beer, and Dan Beachy-Quick.

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

CS50 2012 - Week 3 Continued: Search Algorithms and Sorting Techniques

Explore efficient search and sorting algorithms, including linear and binary search, bubble sort, selection sort, and merge sort. Learn asymptotic notation for algorithm analysis.

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

Modernist Cuisine at Home - Lecture 11 (2012)

Explore innovative cooking techniques with Nathan Myhrvold as he delves into modernist cuisine, discussing topics from liquid nitrogen to pressure cooking, and showcasing the evolution of culinary arts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Great Animal Orchestra - Soundscape and Poetry Performance

Performance exploring soundscapes and poetry, featuring Bernie Krause and Jonathan Skinner. Examines cross-species communication, natural sounds, and artistic responses, blending recorded environments with poetic interpretations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Publish Your Book - Challenges and Solutions in the New Publishing Environment

Explore the evolving landscape of book publishing, from contracts and agents to digital technologies, with insights from publishing executives and faculty members.

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

The Public Philosopher - Healthcare Policy and the American Dream

Explore healthcare policy, social welfare, and the American Dream in a lively debate led by philosopher Michael Sandel, engaging diverse perspectives on economic and social issues.

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