TED Courses

How Economic Inequality Harms Societies

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Richard Wilkinson presents data-driven insights on the societal impacts of income inequality, exploring its effects on health, lifespan, and social values like trust in this thought-provoking TED Talk.

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

How Museums Help Communities Heal

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Explore how museums adapt to crises, engage communities online, and foster healing through digital initiatives, streamed events, and inclusive programming.

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

How Great Leaders Inspire Action

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Discover a powerful model for inspiring action through leadership, exploring the 'Why' behind successful organizations and individuals. Gain insights to transform your approach to leadership.

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

Reducing Medical Errors - TEDMED Great Challenges

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Explore strategies to reduce medical errors, including patient safety, technology integration, and systemic improvements in healthcare. Learn from experts about challenges and potential solutions in this critical field.

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

The Future We're Building -- and Boring

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Visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk discusses innovative projects including underground tunnels, electric vehicles, space exploration, and Mars colonization, sharing insights on technology's potential to shape humanity's future.

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

Homeopathy, Quackery and Fraud

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Skeptic James Randi debunks homeopathy and challenges psychics in this provocative talk, demonstrating the dangers of irrational beliefs and the importance of critical thinking.

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

A Secret Weapon Against Zika and Other Mosquito-Borne Diseases

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Explore Zika's origins, spread, and a controversial solution to prevent mosquito-borne diseases through molecular biology insights in this thought-provoking talk by Nina Fedoroff.

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

How to Practice Emotional First Aid

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Discover the importance of emotional hygiene and learn practical strategies for managing psychological pain, promoting mental well-being, and seeking professional help when needed.

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

When Is It Okay to Be Wrong? - Intellectual Humility and the Power of Being Mistaken

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Explore intellectual humility with researcher Tenelle Porter and discover how being wrong can lead to positive growth, better conversations, and meaningful discovery in life.

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

Improving American Health Through Lifestyle and Nutrition

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Discover surprising health statistics and learn about innovative approaches to improve wellness through diet and lifestyle changes.

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

Why AI Is Incredibly Smart - and Shockingly Stupid

Yejin Choi explores AI's strengths and weaknesses, highlighting key issues with large language models and proposing smaller AI systems trained on human values for a more balanced approach.

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

Anxiety - What Kids Need in Their Toolbox

Explore essential tools for youth to cope with anxiety, including problem-solving, self-soothing, and social skills. Learn how caregivers and communities can support children's mental health and foster resilience.

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

The Amazing AI Super Tutor for Students and Teachers

Sal Khan explores AI's potential to revolutionize education, showcasing personalized AI tutors for students and AI assistants for teachers, with a demo of Khan Academy's Khanmigo chatbot.

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

Hope and Justice for Women Who've Survived ISIS

Rabiaa El Garani's work as a criminal investigator brings healing and justice to survivors of sexual violence in conflict zones, changing societal attitudes and empowering victims to reclaim their lives.

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

What the US Health Care System Assumes About You

Explores assumptions in US healthcare that disadvantage low-income patients, highlighting disparities and proposing solutions to improve access and outcomes for vulnerable populations.

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