The Aspen Institute Courses

Human Migration Trends and Economic Justice - Aspen Ideas Festival 2021 Day 2

Explore human mobility trends, economic equity strategies, and museums' role in contextualizing current events. Gain insights from experts on shaping a just future and understanding our world.

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

Using Science to Connect with Your Audience

Learn to leverage scientific concepts for effective communication, audience engagement, and advocacy on crucial issues like climate change and diversity.

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

Imagining the Future of Jackson, Mississippi - A Conversation with Kiese Laymon and Mayor Chokwe Lumumba

Acclaimed author and young mayor discuss Jackson's future, addressing inequities, cultural heritage, and the role of civic and artistic communities in shaping the city's path forward.

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

Accelerated Change and the Post-Pandemic Workforce - The Future of Work

Explore post-pandemic workforce shifts, financial resilience, and evolving job expectations. Experts discuss changing work dynamics, essential skills, and employer roles in supporting workers' financial well-being.

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

The Quest for Life on Mars - Exploring Scientific Ambitions and Planetary Missions

Explore Mars' potential for life with NASA researcher Sarah Stewart Johnson, from rover missions to future explorations, and our quest to find extraterrestrial life.

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

Fiscal Resiliency: Managing US Debt and Economic Growth

Explore innovative debt policies and economic strategies with top US economists, discussing automatic stabilizers, inflation, inequality, labor shortages, and long-term planning for a resilient American economy.

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

The Classroom of the Future - Better Education for All

Immersive discussion on reimagining K-12 education post-pandemic, focusing on equal opportunities, self-determination, and holistic learning for all students, regardless of background.

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

Life Lessons from COVID: Unexpected Paths to Happiness

Discover life lessons from COVID-19 that can lead to greater happiness, exploring growth through adversity, managing uncertainty, and finding connection in isolation.

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

Restructuring America and Reopening Cultural Venues - Day 1 Plenary

Explore transportation's role in restructuring America, the revival of theater post-pandemic, and valuable life lessons from the global crisis in this thought-provoking discussion on societal changes and cultural resilience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Food Insecurity and Mental Health - The Silent and Devastating Impacts

Explore the devastating impacts of food insecurity on mental health, examining chronic stress, stigma, and potential solutions. Learn about human-centered approaches to addressing poverty and inequality.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Saving for Now, Later, and a Lifetime - The Foundational Role of Liquid Savings

Explore the latest research on savings, barriers to building them, and strategies for creating an inclusive savings system. Experts discuss policy solutions and innovative approaches to improve financial security.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

From Digital Hate to Real-World Violence - Confronting Online Extremism and Its Consequences

Experts discuss the link between online hate speech and real-world violence, exploring impacts on minority groups and proposing solutions to combat digital hate and empower affected communities.

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

Building Cleaner, Faster - Modernizing Environmental Review for Climate Action

Experts discuss modernizing environmental review and permitting processes to expedite climate action, focusing on achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 through bold reforms and efficient project implementation.

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

Closing the Gap: Centering Racial and Ethnic Diversity in the Green Economy

Explore strategies for promoting racial and ethnic diversity in the green economy, addressing challenges, and fostering inclusive leadership in environmental movements.

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

Aspen Forum on Children and Families 2021 - Day Two: Equitable Pathways for Family Potential

Virtual convening featuring leaders discussing equitable pathways for children and families, covering topics like economic policies, family well-being, and rebuilding structures for families.

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