English Courses

A Public Address on Democratic Activism and Rule of Law - Daw Aung San Suu Kyi

Burmese leader Aung San Suu Kyi discusses democratic activism, rule of law, and civic responsibility in Myanmar, emphasizing political participation and overcoming obstacles to build a free society.

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

Ask What You Can Do - Inspiring Public Service

Engaging discussion on public service careers featuring diverse perspectives from military, politics, and law enforcement. Explores motivations, challenges, and personal experiences in serving the public.

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

Unquiet Meals Make Ill Digestions - Science and Cooking Lecture Series

Explore the intersection of science and cooking with experts Dave Arnold and Harold McGee. Discover historical developments, innovative techniques, and the scientific principles behind culinary arts.

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

Reflections on Leading India's National Health Organizations

Insights from India's former Health Secretary on leading national health initiatives, focusing on strategy, evidence-based decision-making, and overcoming challenges in public health administration.

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

Knocking on Heaven's Door - Exploring Fundamental Physics and Cosmology

Explore the frontiers of physics with Lisa Randall as she discusses fundamental particles, extra dimensions, dark matter, and the Large Hadron Collider, bridging theoretical insights with experimental possibilities.

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

Molecules, Movement, and Motors - Shedding Light on Motor Function

Explore single-molecule biophysics, kinesin motors, and optical traps. Discover how molecular machines work through cutting-edge experiments and statistical analysis.

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

Boosting Vitamin D: Not Enough or Too Much? - Current Science Controversies

Exploring the debate on optimal vitamin D intake, examining new recommendations, expert disagreements, and implications for public health and nutrition.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Supercommittee Collapse and America's Healthcare Future

Examining implications of Congressional budget decisions on U.S. healthcare, focusing on potential Medicare cuts, policy changes, and their impact on healthcare costs and delivery systems.

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

Rebuild the Dream: The Next American Economy - A Public Address

Van Jones analyzes economic shifts, comparing Occupy Wall Street and Tea Party movements, exploring their frustrations and structures. He discusses new economic possibilities, veterans' issues, and strategies for economic growth and social change.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Reporting from a Transformed America: Echoes of 9/11

Journalists reflect on 9/11's impact on America and journalism, discussing personal experiences, societal changes, and the evolving media landscape in the two decades since the attacks.

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

New Frontiers in Cancer Care: Advances in Genomics, AI, and Personalized Treatment

Explore groundbreaking advances in cancer treatment, from genomic sequencing to AI-driven research, and discover how personalized medicine is revolutionizing patient care and prevention strategies.

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

Are You Getting Enough Sleep? Probably Not

Discover why 6 out of 10 adults lack quality sleep and learn evidence-based strategies from Harvard experts to improve your sleep, mood, energy, and cognitive function.

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

How to Tell a Story

Discover the art of storytelling through insights from Harvard's literary experts, exploring creative processes and craft elements that make compelling narratives.

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

Harvard Thinking - Why Should You Try the Mediterranean Diet?

Discover how the Mediterranean diet increases life expectancy, reduces dementia risk, and improves heart health through expert insights from Harvard nutritional specialists.

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

How Does Memory Work and Not Work?

Explore the fascinating science of memory with Harvard experts, uncovering how memories form, why they fail, and strategies to enhance recall and learning.

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