TED-Ed Courses

The Birth of a Word

MIT researcher's groundbreaking study on language acquisition using home video footage reveals insights into how infants learn to speak, with implications for understanding human learning processes.

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

Battling Bad Science

Learn to critically evaluate health claims and scientific studies with epidemiologist Ben Goldacre's fast-paced exploration of evidence distortion in nutrition and pharmaceutical research.

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

Experiments that Hint of Longer Lives

Discover groundbreaking research on genetic mutations that could potentially extend human lifespan and delay age-related diseases, as presented by biochemist Cynthia Kenyon.

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

A Map of the Brain

Explore the intricate mapping of the human brain, uncovering gene activation patterns in different regions and their interconnections through stunning visuals and scientific insights.

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

Trust, Morality -- and Oxytocin?

Explore the role of oxytocin in shaping human trust, empathy, and moral behavior, and its potential impact on building stable societies.

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

How Economic Inequality Harms Societies

Explore the far-reaching impacts of economic disparity on society, from health and lifespan to trust and social mobility, with data-driven insights from Richard Wilkinson.

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

A Prosthetic Arm That "Feels"

Explore groundbreaking prosthetic technology that connects to the nervous system, enhancing motion, control, and sensation for amputees. Witness live demonstrations of this revolutionary robotic arm.

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

Learning from a Barefoot Movement

Discover how Barefoot College empowers rural communities by training illiterate individuals to become skilled professionals, revolutionizing education and development in India.

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

How to Spot a Liar

Discover techniques to detect deception in daily interactions, from subtle cues to common "hotspots," and learn why honesty is a crucial value worth preserving.

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

What Do Babies Think?

Explore the sophisticated intelligence and decision-making of babies during play, revealing insights into early childhood cognitive development and learning processes.

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

Trusting the Ensemble

Explore the power of trust in musical leadership through conductor Charles Hazlewood's insights and live demonstrations with the Scottish Ensemble, U-Carmen eKhayelitsha, and ParaOrchestra.

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

The Generation That's Remaking China

Explore China's new generation: urban, connected, and socially aware. Gain insights from journalist Yang Lan on the evolving mindset of young Chinese citizens.

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

Massive-Scale Online Collaboration

Explore how small online contributions can be harnessed for greater good, including digitizing books and language learning, in this inspiring talk by Luis von Ahn.

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

How to Defend Earth from Asteroids

Explore asteroid threats and defense strategies with humor and compelling visuals. Learn about potential impacts and the crucial steps needed to protect our planet.

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

Finding Life We Can't Imagine

Explore the search for alien life using artificial life research to identify universal biomarkers, challenging our preconceptions of what constitutes life beyond Earth.

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