TED Courses

No Longer Afraid - An Undocumented Immigrant's Experience in American Health Care

Powerful personal story of an undocumented immigrant's journey through the US healthcare system, inspiring advocacy for equitable access and policy change for vulnerable communities.

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

How an Ancient Virus Spread the Ability to Remember

Explore how memory storage mimics viral transmission, uncovering the surprising link between an ancient virus and our ability to learn and remember.

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

How Diseases and Epidemics Move Through a Breath of Air

Explore the mechanics of airborne disease transmission and learn how advanced fluid dynamics can revolutionize our approach to preventing epidemics and infectious outbreaks.

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

How We Can Improve Maternal Healthcare - Before, During, and After Pregnancy

Strategies to enhance maternal healthcare, addressing racial disparities and preventable complications. Emphasizes standardized procedures, quality care, and education throughout pregnancy to save lives.

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

Why Do Whistleblowers Risk Speaking Out?

Explore the psychology behind whistleblowing, examining motivations, moral ambiguity, and social trends that drive individuals to expose wrongdoings despite personal risks.

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

Why Gender Identity Justice Matters for Everyone

Explore gender identity beyond binary norms, building compassion and literacy for nonconforming identities to create a more inclusive world for all, especially young people.

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

What You Should Know About Vaping and E-Cigarettes

Explore the rise of e-cigarettes and vaping among youth, their appeal, and potential health risks. Learn why experts call for more research, regulation, and education on this emerging public health concern.

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

How One Musician Is Reimagining Hospital Sounds

Exploring the impact of hospital sounds on patient well-being and innovative approaches to create a more soothing auditory environment for healing.

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

My Fight to End Child Marriage in America

Survivor of child marriage advocates for legal reform, sharing her story to raise awareness and protect children from forced marriages in the United States.

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

Our Dangerous Obsession with Perfectionism Is Getting Worse

Explore the rising trend of perfectionism and its impact on mental health, especially among young people. Learn why society's high standards may be harmful rather than beneficial.

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

How Farmworkers Are Leading a 21st Century Human Rights Revolution

Discover how partnerships between farmworkers, farmers, and corporations are combating labor abuses in agriculture and other industries worldwide.

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

Using Biophilic Design to Heal Body, Mind, and Soul

Explore how biophilic architecture connects people with nature, creating spaces that enhance well-being, productivity, and happiness in various settings like offices, schools, and hospitals.

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

How Sign Language Can Bring Music to Life

Discover an immersive translation style that brings the emotional experience of music to the Deaf community through passionate sign language interpretation.

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

The Community’s Role in the Childhood Obesity Epidemic

Exploring environmental factors influencing childhood obesity, emphasizing community impact on diet and physical activity beyond individual willpower.

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

Why We Choke Under Pressure - And How to Avoid It

Discover psychological tools to overcome performance anxiety and perform at your best in high-pressure situations, based on cognitive science research.

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