TED Courses

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

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

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

The 20th U.S. Surgeon General's Perspectives on the Nation's Biggest Health Issues - TED - 2018

Vice Admiral Jerome Adams shares insights on America's health challenges, drawing from his experiences as U.S. Surgeon General to discuss opioids, gun violence, and sex education.

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

Can Consumers Change the Business of Health Insurance? - TED

Explore how healthcare consumerization is reshaping health insurance, its impact on businesses and consumers, and the implications for healthcare costs and delivery in the United States.

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

Measuring the Value of Patient-Centered Care

Experts discuss standardizing patient-centered care measurement, its impact on policy, and strategies for implementation. Explores challenges, potential solutions, and the evolving healthcare landscape.

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

Does It Take a Village? The Role of Community in Prevention - TED

Exploring community-based prevention initiatives for sustainable health solutions, focusing on successful approaches to reduce childhood obesity and improve overall well-being.

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

The Realities of Risk Perception- Can Better Understanding Drive Healthy Behavior?

Explore how understanding risk perception can drive healthier behaviors, featuring expert insights on patient empowerment, effective communication strategies, and psychological factors influencing health decisions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Trendspotting - Health Innovation the Morning After - TEDMED Great Challenges

Explore health innovation trends, challenges, and opportunities with experts from NASA to industry, discussing breakthroughs, barriers, and the future of healthcare delivery and monitoring.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Busted- Outing the Top Five Health Myths - TEDMED Great Challenges

Debunking top health myths with experts, exploring their origins, impact, and strategies for combating misinformation in the digital age. Discusses vaccines, nutrition, screening, and scientific communication.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

X Equals Infinity - The Potential of New Crowdsourcing Research Platforms - TEDMED Great Challenges

Explore innovative crowdsourcing platforms revolutionizing medical research, from microbiome analysis to voice-based disease monitoring, and their potential to accelerate scientific discoveries and improve patient care.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

N Is for Nutrition - How Are Schools Helping Prevent Childhood Obesity - TEDMED Great Challenges

Exploring innovative school initiatives to combat childhood obesity through improved nutrition, garden programs, and educational efforts, discussing sustainability and government support.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk