TED Courses

The Side of Terrorism That Doesn't Make Headlines

Powerful stories of individuals combating fundamentalism within their communities, highlighting an overlooked human rights struggle and the fight to reclaim faith from extremism.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How I Started Writing Songs Again

Sting shares his journey through writer's block, finding inspiration in shipyard workers' stories for his musical, and performs songs including "Message in a Bottle."

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How the Worst Moments in Our Lives Make Us Who We Are

Andrew Solomon shares personal struggles and inspiring stories, exploring how adversity shapes identity and calling for meaning-making through life's toughest challenges.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

To Create for the Ages, Let's Combine Art and Engineering

Explore how combining art, engineering, and design can lead to timeless creations. Discover the power of interdisciplinary approaches in innovation and the search for modern masterpieces.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Where's Google Going Next?

Larry Page discusses Google's ambitious future plans, including aerial bikeways, internet balloons, and AI advancements, offering insights into the company's innovative vision and recent acquisitions.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Depression, the Secret We Share

Andrew Solomon shares his personal battle with depression and explores global perspectives on the condition, offering insights into its nature and the power of open dialogue.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Why Do We Sleep

Explore sleep's mysteries with neuroscientist Russell Foster. Discover popular theories, debunk myths, and learn about sleep's potential as a mental health predictor in this enlightening talk.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

A Tale of Two Political Systems

Provocative talk challenging Western assumptions about political systems, exploring alternative models for successful modern nations and questioning the universality of capitalist democracy.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Anatomy of a New Yorker Cartoon

Explore the art of New Yorker cartoons with editor Bob Mankoff as he dissects humor, analyzes what makes cartoons work, and shares insights into the magazine's rigorous selection process.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Imagine a European Democracy Without Borders

Former Greek PM explores the European economic crisis, highlighting the need for citizen re-engagement and a new democratic model to address challenges in oversized, uncontrollable systems.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Love, No Matter What

Explore the challenges and joys of raising children who are fundamentally different, as Andrew Solomon shares insights from parents on unconditional love and acceptance.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

What Makes Us Feel Good About Our Work

Behavioral economist explores unexpected factors that motivate us at work, revealing insights about purpose, progress, and meaning through eye-opening experiments on workplace satisfaction.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Mind Behind Tesla, SpaceX, SolarCity - Elon Musk

Visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk discusses his groundbreaking projects in electric cars, solar energy, and reusable rockets, sharing insights on innovation and his plans to revolutionize multiple industries.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How to Green the World's Deserts and Reverse Climate Change

Allan Savory presents a controversial approach to combat desertification and climate change through grassland management, offering potential solutions for land restoration and environmental protection.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Build a School in the Cloud

Visionary educator Sugata Mitra presents his TED Prize wish to create a Self Organized Learning Environment in India, revolutionizing education through cloud-based resources and peer-to-peer learning.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk