TED Courses

What Long COVID Taught Me About Life and Data

Discover how data can capture life stories through Giorgia Lupi's personal journey with long COVID. Explore the power of visual narratives in understanding chronic illness and shifting perspectives on data's role in our lives.

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

Lessons Learned to Better Prepare for and Respond to Viral Outbreaks

Explore lessons from recent viral outbreaks and discover strategies for improved public health responses, vaccine delivery, and outbreak preparedness with insights from Ed Kelley, PhD.

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

Why Don't Vampires Cast Reflections? - The Evolution of Vampire Lore

Uncover the evolution of vampire lore, from misunderstood death to pop culture icons. Explore the deeper fears these mythical creatures reflect in our society and their enduring appeal in storytelling.

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

How to Fight and Win an Information War

Uncover strategies to combat disinformation and rebuild trust in facts, drawing insights from a forgotten World War II operation and exploring the psychology behind propaganda's influence.

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

Harris vs. Trump - What's at Stake for the World in the 2024 US Presidential Election

Explore the critical impact of the 2024 US presidential election with geopolitical expert Ian Bremmer, comparing Harris and Trump's policies on foreign affairs, immigration, and the economy.

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

The Power of Personalization in the Age of AI

Discover how personalization can revolutionize customer experiences and boost business growth in the AI era. Learn key insights for brands to delight customers and drive success.

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

The Sweet Future of Vertical Farming

Explore how AI, robotics, and indoor bee colonies revolutionize vertical farming for year-round strawberry production, potentially transforming the future of sustainable food cultivation.

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

A New Climate Vision - TED Explores

Explore innovative climate solutions and the potential for a sustainable future in this TED documentary featuring experts in urban planning, carbon science, agriculture, and industry sustainability.

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

Hidden Patterns in Health and Medicine - Natural Experiments in Healthcare

Explore natural experiments in healthcare, revealing hidden patterns that impact medical outcomes and patient care. Gain insights into the unexpected forces shaping health and medicine.

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

The Billion-Dollar Problem in Education - Standardized Testing Critique

Educator challenges standardized testing in US education, highlighting racial biases, high costs, and limited effectiveness. Advocates for teacher-led instruction and student empowerment to foster genuine learning.

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

Gaza and Rafah Invasion Update - How Far Away Is a Ceasefire?

Ian Bremmer analyzes the Gaza conflict, exploring ideological roots, contrasting objectives, and humanitarian crises. He discusses Israel's Rafah invasion, ceasefire prospects, and the challenges of achieving peace in the region.

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

TED at 40 - The Origins and Evolution of Ideas Worth Spreading

Celebrando 40 años de TED: Un viaje transformador desde sus orígenes como experimento audaz hasta convertirse en una plataforma global para ideas innovadoras, redefiniendo la narración y fomentando la comunidad mundial.

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

The Problem with Being Too Nice at Work

Social psychologist Tessa West reveals how excessive politeness at work can be detrimental, offering practical tips to provide clear, consistent feedback and overcome anxiety in professional communication.

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

Courage - The Most Important Virtue in Today's Polarized World

Journalist Bari Weiss explores courage as a vital virtue in today's polarized world, sharing examples of individuals who've spoken up against conformity and urging others to voice their beliefs.

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

How AI Is Unlocking the Secrets of Nature and the Universe

Demis Hassabis explores AI's potential to accelerate scientific discovery, from predicting protein shapes to unraveling mysteries of the mind and universe, showcasing its transformative impact on human knowledge.

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