TED Courses

How We Take Back the Internet

Edward Snowden discusses surveillance, internet freedom, and data privacy, emphasizing the importance of protecting digital rights and rethinking internet laws for a more secure and free online environment.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Interspecies Internet - An Idea in Progress

Explore the potential of expanding the Internet to include intelligent animals like apes, dolphins, and elephants. Learn from experts about interspecies communication and its technological implications.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The 6 Killer Apps of Prosperity

Historian Niall Ferguson explores six key ideas from Western culture that have promoted prosperity, stability, and innovation, and discusses their potential for global adoption in the modern era.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Don't Take Consciousness for Granted

Inspiring talk on overcoming severe brain injury through innovative treatments and the importance of preserving consciousness, with insights on recovery beyond medical expectations.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Let's Teach Fish to Text! and Other Outlandish Ideas

Explore innovative environmental solutions through art and engineering, from walking tadpoles to texting fish. Discover how public engagement and creative experiments can address ecological challenges.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Tagging Tuna in the Deep Ocean

Explore cutting-edge tagging technology used to track tuna, revealing insights into their behavior, migration patterns, and ocean habitats while highlighting conservation efforts for these threatened marine athletes.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How to Combat Modern Slavery

Explore the economics of modern slavery, its global impact, and the feasible solution to end it. Learn about personal stories, statistics, and the cost of freeing every slave worldwide.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Innovating to Zero

Bill Gates unveils his vision for achieving zero carbon emissions globally by 2050, discussing the need for energy innovation, nuclear technology, and "miracles" to avoid planetary catastrophe.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Happiness and Its Surprises

Explore the science of happiness, its biological basis, and surprising effects on our bodies. Learn about positivity, empathy, and strategies for increasing well-being in this thought-provoking talk.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

One Woman, Eight Hilarious Characters

Witness Sarah Jones' captivating performance as she transforms into eight diverse characters, showcasing her remarkable range and bringing humor to social commentary through her unique portrayals.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Growing Evidence of Brain Plasticity

Explore brain plasticity with neuroscientist Michael Merzenich as he discusses the brain's ability to rewire itself, enhancing skills and recovering lost function through innovative research.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Cool New Things You Can Do With Your Mobile

Discover productivity-boosting mobile tools and services to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. David Pogue shares innovative ways to leverage your smartphone for improved daily life and work.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Learning from Dirty Jobs

Mike Rowe shares compelling stories from "Dirty Jobs," offering insights on hard work's undervalued role in society and challenging conventional wisdom about following one's passion and prioritizing safety.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The New Era of Positive Psychology

Explore the shift from disease-focused psychology to positive psychology, examining its potential to enhance well-being and foster human flourishing through various approaches to happiness.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

My Stroke of Insight

Brain scientist shares personal stroke experience, offering unique insights into brain functions, self-awareness, and the power of choice in perception and recovery.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk