Altruism Courses and Certifications

The Essence of Giving - Discovering Altruism and Human Connection

Explore the transformative power of giving beyond material value, delving into compassion, empathy, and community impact through personal experiences and insights on altruism and human connections.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Effective Altruism

14 reviews

Explore the philosophy of maximizing positive impact through ethical living, examining real-world examples and practical applications to reshape your approach to altruism and decision-making.

• Coursera
• 12 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Selfishness and Altruism in Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior - Lecture 36

Explore evolutionary explanations for altruism, including kin selection and ecological constraints, challenging the idea that self-sacrifice contradicts natural selection.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

How to Let Altruism Be Your Guide

Explore how altruism can guide decision-making in work and life, enhancing short and long-term outcomes. Learn from a Buddhist monk and happiness researcher about the power of wishing for others' happiness.

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

World Science Festival

What It Means to Be Human - The Enigma of Altruism

Explore the origins and evolution of human cooperation with leading experts. Discover how our altruistic behavior sets us apart from other species and shapes our society.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Cooperative Species - Altruism, Parochialism, and War

Explore how war and hostility may have shaped human morality through computer simulations of alternative historical trajectories, challenging our understanding of altruism and cooperation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

A Cooperative Species - Evolutionary Origins of Human Altruism - Lecture 1

Explore the evolutionary origins of altruistic cooperation, challenging traditional notions of 'selfish genes' and Homo economicus through archaeological, genetic, and climatic evidence.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Science of Generosity: Do Good…Feel Good

7 ratings at edX

Explore how generosity can increase your own happiness and make a difference in the communities around you.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TED

The Why and How of Effective Altruism

Philosopher Peter Singer explores effective altruism, challenging viewers to consider the most impactful ways to help others and make a difference through charitable giving and ethical decision-making.

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

American Psychological Association

Positive Psychology

44 ratings at edX

Explore the science of happiness, well-being, and life satisfaction. Learn evidence-based strategies to enhance personal growth, cultivate positive traits, and foster meaningful relationships.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 2-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

TED

Understanding Extreme Altruism

Explore the mindset of those compelled to help others, even at great personal cost. Gain insights into the psychology of extreme selflessness and its implications.

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

Driving Workplace Happiness

639 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Happy employees are productive employees. Get tips to drive workplace happiness and increase employee engagement.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

E omenește să ajuți? - Explorarea altruismului și motivațiilor pentru ajutorare

Explorează conceptul de altruism și motivațiile din spatele ajutorului oferit altora, subliniind impactul pozitiv al acestor acțiuni asupra societății și a individului.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Evolution, Emotion, and Reason - Emotions, Part I

Explore the evolutionary basis of human emotions, their functions, and communication. Delve into case studies on happiness, fear, and familial emotions, with insights on infant emotional responses.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Informed Altruism - Service Shouldn’t Feel Easy

Explore the concept of informed altruism and learn why effective service requires understanding, listening, and addressing root causes rather than imposing solutions without proper knowledge.

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