TED-Ed Courses

My Seven Species of Robot

Explore seven innovative, all-terrain robots designed by RoMeLa, including humanoid soccer players and cliff-grippers. Learn the creative secrets behind their technical success.

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

The Economic Case for Preschool

Explore the economic benefits of preschool education and its impact on state development, backed by research evidence and addressing common objections.

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

Shape-shifting Dinosaurs

Paleontologist reveals surprising discoveries about dinosaur growth and development through fossil skull analysis, challenging long-held beliefs about species classification.

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

Women Entrepreneurs, Example Not Exception

Explore how women entrepreneurs are key to economic development, challenging the notion of micro-loans and highlighting their potential in various business sectors.

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

There Are No Scraps of Men

Alberto Cairo shares his inspiring journey of running clinics in Afghanistan, finding humanity amid war, and providing dignity to those affected by conflict.

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

It's Time to Question Bio-Engineering

Explore recent bio-engineering experiments and their ethical implications with bioethicist Paul Root Wolpe, who advocates for establishing guidelines in this rapidly advancing field.

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

The Good News of the Decade

Hans Rosling uses stunning visuals to reveal unreported progress in reducing child mortality, challenging conventional statistical approaches and highlighting a significant global health achievement.

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

String Theory

Explore superstring theory with physicist Brian Greene, delving into 11-dimensional vibrating energy strands that may form the universe's building blocks.

• YouTube
• 19 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

Advice to Young Scientists

Renowned biologist E.O. Wilson shares invaluable advice for aspiring scientists, emphasizing creativity, wonder, and the importance of scientific pursuits in addressing global challenges.

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

How Arduino is Open-Sourcing Imagination

Discover how Arduino's open-source microcontroller empowers creators worldwide to bring their imaginative ideas to life, from simple toys to advanced satellite technology.

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