TED Courses

How to Stop Languishing and Start Finding Flow

Discover key indicators of languishing and learn three effective strategies to overcome the "meh" feeling and find your flow with insights from organizational psychologist Adam Grant.

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

How Music Streaming Transformed Songwriting

ABBA co-founder explores streaming's impact on songwriting, discussing royalties, careers, and industry challenges. He proposes solutions to support creators in the evolving music landscape.

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

How to Discover Your "Why" in Difficult Times

Simon Sinek explores personal growth, relationships, and leadership during challenging times, offering insights on mental health, nurturing friendships, discovering one's purpose, and redefining leadership.

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

The Intergenerational Wisdom Woven into Indigenous Stories

Explore Indigenous wisdom through Nez Perce creation myth, advocating for balance, community, and intergenerational storytelling to address modern societal challenges and protect what's sacred.

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

The Giant Leaps in Language Technology - And Who's Left Behind

Explore the impact of language technology on global communication and the importance of inclusive systems for low-resource languages. Discover how bridging linguistic gaps can shape a more equitable digital future.

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

An Honest History of an Ancient and "Nasty" Word

Sex historian Kate Lister explores the etymology and cultural evolution of a controversial word, offering a humorous and insightful look at language, society, and taboos.

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

The Routines, Rituals and Boundaries We Need in Stressful Times

Therapist Esther Perel shares practical tools for managing stress, creating routines, and setting boundaries to cope with uncertainty and loss, both at home and in the workplace.

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

US Politics Isn't Broken - It's Fixed

Katherine Gehl argues the US political system works as designed, proposing voting innovations to increase citizen choice and incentivize politicians to prioritize progress over reelection.

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

The Electrical Blueprints That Orchestrate Life

Biologist Michael Levin explores bioelectricity's role in cell organization, showcasing groundbreaking experiments with two-headed worms and living robots, and discussing implications for medicine and life itself.

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

The Myth of Bringing Your Full, Authentic Self to Work

Challenges workplace authenticity for underrepresented groups, exposing privilege and proposing steps for true equity. Leadership's role in fostering inclusive environments is emphasized.

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

Why There's No Such Thing as Objective Reality

Historian Greg Anderson challenges Western notions of objective reality, exploring ancient and Indigenous worldviews to encourage reimagining diverse ways of being human and understanding the world.

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

A Stellar History of Modern Astronomy

Explore the evolution of astronomical technology and human curiosity in photographing the cosmos, from manual star counting to modern techniques, in this engaging journey through celestial discovery.

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

A Playful Exploration of Gender Performance

Explore queer identity and gender performance through theater. Discover the liberating potential of playing with gender to better understand ourselves, others, and our surroundings.

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

Racism Thrives on Silence - Speak Up

Powerful call to action against racism, urging individuals to speak out and challenge racial injustice. Explores a UK court case to illustrate the damaging effects of silence and the importance of exposing toxic racial myths.

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

The Radical Act of Choosing Common Ground

Explore the power of unexpected partnerships in driving social change. Learn how embracing diverse perspectives and finding common ground can lead to meaningful reforms and save lives.

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