English Courses

Writing for Academic and Public Audiences - Professor Duncan White

Explore the transition from academic to public writing with Professor Duncan White, discussing craft, audience, and practical advice for aspiring writers.

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

Predicting and Adapting to Increased Hurricane Risk

Explore the latest research on tropical cyclones, their increasing destructiveness, and strategies for mitigating risks associated with these powerful natural phenomena.

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

New Faculty Institute 2016 - Perspectives from Recently Tenured Faculty: Navigating Your Professional Path as a Scholar

Insights from recently tenured Harvard professors on navigating academic careers, balancing work-life demands, and leveraging campus resources for professional growth and success.

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

The Role of Ethics in Political Art - Changing Political Discussions Through Artistic Integration

Explore the intersection of ethics and political art with Tania Bruguera, examining art's role in shaping political discourse and integrating into everyday life, particularly in Cuba and beyond.

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

The Violent Origin of the Earth and Moon

Explore the Earth-Moon system's violent origins through a new model reconciling observations and emphasizing early stochastic events in shaping our habitable world.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Evolutionary Forces in Humans and Pathogens - Natural Selection and Genomic Studies

Explore genomic evolution in humans and pathogens, focusing on natural selection, adaptive traits, and disease-causing microbes. Learn about cutting-edge research methods and their public health implications.

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

Keeping Up With the Weather - The Future of Data and Forecasting

Explore weather forecasting innovations, data-driven insights, and technological advancements with The Weather Company's CTO. Learn about big data's impact on meteorology and industry transformation.

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

Tiling the Genome - Naming the Parts of Your Genome That Make You You

Explore genomic tiling, precision medicine, and the future of DNA-based healthcare. Learn about organizing computational resources, big data platforms, and the Personal Genome Project's impact on clinical genetics.

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

Plays with Words - Language and Gender in Comedy

Explore the intersection of language, gender, and comedy through performances and discussions with comedians, scholars, and improv artists, offering insights into the role of words in shaping humor and social dynamics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Boston Originals - Poetry Readings by Bouchard, Colby, Lepson and Garcia Roberts

Immerse in Boston's poetic landscape with readings by Bouchard, Colby, Lepson, and Garcia Roberts, showcasing diverse voices and contemporary works from the region's vibrant literary scene.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Future Utility of DNA Science

Experts discuss the future of DNA science, exploring innovative genomics, reproductive medicine, and synthetic biology, offering insights into groundbreaking research and potential applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Women in Biotech - Defining and Analyzing the Problem

Experts discuss challenges and opportunities for women in biotech, exploring sociological perspectives, industry insights, and strategies for advancing gender equity in the field.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The State of the Nation's Housing 2015 - Key Findings and Trends

Comprehensive analysis of U.S. housing market trends, challenges, and opportunities, featuring expert insights on homeownership, rental markets, affordability, and demographic shifts affecting the industry.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Where is the Acid? The Science of Flavor in Cooking - Science and Cooking Lecture 2014

Explore the intersection of science and cooking as top chefs and Harvard researchers delve into the physics and engineering principles behind everyday and haute cuisine techniques.

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

Lost Person Behavior - Search and Rescue Strategies

Explore search and rescue strategies, spatial models, and data-driven approaches for locating lost individuals with expert Robert Koester in this comprehensive talk on lost person behavior.

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