TED Courses

How We'll Stop Polio for Good

Discover the scientific miracle behind polio's near-eradication and the strategic plan to eliminate it completely, as explained by a leading expert in global health initiatives.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Security Mirage

Explore the disconnect between perceived and actual security with expert Bruce Schneier, examining how we prioritize risks and allocate resources in our quest for safety.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Teaching with the World Peace Game

Innovative educator's 4'x5' board game challenges 4th-graders to solve global issues, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills beyond traditional classroom methods.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Let's Use Video to Reinvent Education

Explore Khan Academy's innovative approach to education through video lectures and interactive exercises, revolutionizing traditional classroom dynamics and learning methods.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Use Art to Turn the World Inside Out

Explore how French street artist JR uses large-scale photography to challenge perceptions, inspire change, and connect communities globally through powerful visual storytelling.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How to Use Experts - And When Not To

Economist Noreena Hertz challenges overreliance on experts, advocating for a more inclusive approach to decision-making that considers diverse perspectives, from CEOs to shop staff.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Council of Dads

Inspiring talk on creating a "council of dads" to support and guide children through life's challenges, offering diverse wisdom and perspectives in the face of adversity.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Understanding the Rise of China

Economist Martin Jacques explores China's economic rise, offering insights to help Westerners comprehend its growing global influence and future trajectory.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Addicted to Risk

Journalist Naomi Klein explores society's addiction to extreme risk in energy and finance, questioning the lack of backup plans and the consequences of risky pursuits in various industries.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Tool That Finds 3x More Breast Tumors, and Why It's Not Available to You

Dr. Rhodes discusses a groundbreaking tumor detection tool that's 3 times more effective for women with dense breast tissue, exploring its development and the obstacles preventing its widespread adoption.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Power of Vulnerability

Brené Brown explores human connection, empathy, and vulnerability in this insightful talk, offering deep research findings that challenge our understanding of self and relationships.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Path to Ending Ethnic Conflicts

Discover how leadership, diplomacy, and institutional design can effectively reduce civil wars and ethnic conflicts, drawing insights from successful peace-building efforts in various countries.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Breakthrough Designs for Ultra-Low-Cost Products

Discover innovative engineering solutions for affordable products in India. Learn how bottom-up rethinking and clever design make expensive items accessible to all, revolutionizing industries and improving lives.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Global Power Shifts

Explore global power dynamics between China and the US with historian Joseph Nye, examining economic, political, and soft power shifts and their worldwide implications.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Ze Frank's Web Playroom

Explore innovative web toys that foster genuine connection through active participation, offering a unique and nourishing online experience beyond superficial interactions.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk