The Aspen Institute Courses

The Rewards of Work - Lessons from the Fair Labor Standards Act

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Explore the Fair Labor Standards Act's impact, challenges, and future. Experts discuss wage policies, labor rights, and innovations for a just economy that rewards work fairly.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Worker Power and the National Labor Relations Act

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Explore the history and impact of the National Labor Relations Act, its role in shaping worker rights, and its relevance to modern labor movements and the future of work.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cultural Competency for Success with Immigrant Families - 2Gen Working Practices

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Explore cultural competency strategies for successful engagement with immigrant families, covering gender norms, trauma-informed care, mental health, and financial literacy across diverse communities.

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

Sport as Cancer Prevention - Developing Healthy Habits Through Youth Sports

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Explore the vital connection between youth sports and lifelong health with insights from athletes, coaches, and healthcare experts on developing healthy habits.

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

Racial Justice and Activism in America - A Conversation on Black Lives Matter

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Experts discuss racial justice protests, comparing them to the Civil Rights Movement, and explore policing, cultural shifts, and sustaining activism through self-care.

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

The Future of Smart Cities: Lessons from Toronto Waterfront's Demise

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Experts discuss lessons from Sidewalk Labs' Toronto project, exploring smart city technology, privacy concerns, and urban innovation in a post-pandemic world, with insights on balancing public interests and technological advancements.

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

Contact Tracing Lessons from Global Leaders for the US - Aspen Institute Talk

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Explore global lessons on contact tracing for pandemic control, featuring insights from Partners In Health on implementing effective strategies in Massachusetts and other regions.

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

Disinformation: Threats and Challenges in the Digital Age

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Explore threats from misinformation in elections, discussing policing challenges of online malevolent speech with experts in public diplomacy, research, and international affairs.

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

Germany 1919: The Birth of the Bauhaus

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Explore the birth of the Bauhaus in post-WWI Germany, examining its radical approach to arts and crafts training, inspired by diverse influences from occultism to futurism.

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

A Resurgent Russia - Implications for European Security

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Explore Russia's resurgence and its impact on European security with insights from former government officials and experts on geopolitics, intelligence, and international relations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Is Diplomacy Dead? - The Future of International Relations

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Explore the vital role of diplomacy in today's shifting geopolitical landscape, examining challenges, lessons from the past, and its future in the emerging world order.

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

Bridging Faiths in a Divided America

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Explore how faith communities can bridge divides and solve social problems in America through community building, sacred practices, and advocacy.

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

Big Data, Biomechanics, and the New Science Behind Personalized Training

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Explore how data, technology, and biomechanics are revolutionizing sports training, injury prevention, and athlete performance optimization for professionals and amateurs alike.

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

Rural Development Hubs - Action Innovators for Rural Prosperity

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Explore innovative strategies for rural prosperity through action-oriented development hubs, fostering economic growth and community well-being in non-urban areas.

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

The Changing of the Guard - New Opportunities for Education Leadership

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Explore new opportunities in education leadership as experts discuss evolving roles, challenges, and strategies for effective school management and student success.

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