The Aspen Institute Courses

What Animal Health Can Teach Us About Human Health

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Explore zoobiquity: how animal biology, behavior, and ecology inform human health, fostering collaboration between human and veterinary medicine for cross-field learning.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Coaching: Building a National Coach Strategy

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Explore the development of a framework to organize youth sports coaching, addressing the need for a national strategy and its key components. Gain insights from experts on improving the fragmented coaching system.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

From Healing to Opportunity - Integrating Trauma Healing into Development Programs

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Explore how trauma-informed approaches can transform economic development by addressing the hidden costs of untreated trauma in conflict-affected regions and youth populations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Future of Warfare - Technology's Impact on Military Strategy and American Foreign Policy

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Explore how cyber attacks, drones, and AI are transforming modern warfare and the strategic challenges they pose for American foreign policy and military operations.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Watts Up - Energy Security in an Era of Shifting Geopolitics

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Explore energy security challenges and geopolitical shifts with former U.S. Energy Secretary and global policy experts discussing strategic implications for nations worldwide.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Africa: The Next Hotbed of Terrorism?

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Explores the rise of terrorist groups across Africa, examining their impact on regional stability and global security. Experts discuss challenges and potential strategies to address this growing threat.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Do We Need to Rescue the Humanities? - The Decline and Importance of Humanistic Studies

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Exploring the decline of humanities in education and its impact on society, culture, and democracy. Discusses the importance of arts, history, and philosophy in shaping critical thinking and civic engagement.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Reintroduce Free Play - Organizing for Creative Expression

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Explore the importance of free play in winter sports and surfing, discussing strategies to foster creativity and balance organized activities with unstructured exploration for children's development.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Native American Perspective - The Struggle to Survive

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Explore the challenges and resilience of Native American communities as they strive to preserve their culture, traditions, and way of life in the face of historical and contemporary adversities.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Unleashing the Potential of Underserved Students - Overcoming Educational Barriers

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Exploring strategies to engage underserved and refugee youth, overcome educational barriers, and unlock their potential for societal and economic benefit.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Leading Organizations: What Really Matters - Measuring Success Through Objectives and Key Results

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Explore leadership strategies for achieving ambitious goals through objective-setting and measurable results, featuring insights from top organizations and practical applications across various sectors.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

What Is It Like to Be Inside the American Immigration System Today?

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Explore the challenges faced by immigrants in the US today, from daily struggles to systemic issues, through insights from experts and personal experiences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Road to Carbon Neutrality

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Explore how major corporations like Amazon and GM are innovating to reduce carbon footprints while maintaining profitability, and the challenges and opportunities in the journey to net zero emissions.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Microbes, Diet, and Immunity - The Interplay of Human Health

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Explore the revolutionary impact of microbiome research on medicine, health, and disease. Learn how diet, exercise, and stress affect trillions of microbes in our bodies and their influence on various medical conditions.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Supporting Parents, Nurturing Kids - Challenges and Solutions in Modern Parenting

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Explore strategies for supporting parents and nurturing children in today's challenging environment, addressing societal issues and highlighting the importance of early childhood development.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video