TED-Ed Courses

Neuroscience, Game Theory, Monkeys

Explore the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and game theory, revealing insights into human decision-making and surprising comparisons with primate behavior.

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

The Art of Creating Awe

Discover how movie effects can enhance reality and create awe-inspiring moments in films like Apollo 13, Titanic, and Hugo with visual effects expert Rob Legato.

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

Be an Artist, Right Now!

Inspiring talk on unleashing creativity, overcoming self-doubt, and embracing your inner artist through playful exploration and childlike wonder.

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

Parkinson's, Depression and the Switch That Might Turn Them Off

Exploring deep brain stimulation's potential to treat neurological disorders like Parkinson's and depression through precise electrode placement and stimulation control.

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

All Your Devices Can Be Hacked

Explore the vulnerabilities of everyday devices and learn about the potential dangers of an increasingly hackable world in this eye-opening talk by cybersecurity expert Avi Rubin.

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

Let's Talk About Dying

Thought-provoking exploration of end-of-life care preferences, encouraging viewers to have important conversations about death and make informed decisions for their final days.

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

Energy from Floating Algae Pods

Discover an innovative plan to grow biofuel using micro-algae in offshore pods, potentially revolutionizing sustainable energy production and wastewater management.

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

The Promise of Research with Stem Cells

Explore the potential of lab-grown stem cells in disease research and personalized medicine, as advocated by Susan Solomon in her compelling TED talk.

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

A Choreographer's Creative Process in Real Time

Explore the creative process of choreography as Wayne McGregor demonstrates live, unscripted dance phrase construction with two dancers on the TEDGlobal stage.

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

Demand a More Open-Source Government

Explore the potential of open data in government, participatory democracy, and citizen engagement for a more transparent and collaborative society.

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

The Post-Crisis Consumer

Explore post-crisis consumer behavior shifts and how businesses adapt to connect with thoughtful spending in this insightful talk by John Gerzema.

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

Why Democracy Matters

Explore the importance of democracy, its challenges, and the need for rebuilding it in this thought-provoking talk by British MP Rory Stewart.

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

The Secret of the Bat Genome

Explore the fascinating world of bat biology and genetics, challenging misconceptions and revealing insights into human DNA through zoologist Emma Teeling's captivating research.

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

A New Way to Diagnose Autism

Discover a groundbreaking eye-tracking method for early autism detection, improving lives through timely intervention and support.

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

The Mysterious Workings of the Adolescent Brain

Explore the science behind teenage behavior, impulsivity, and self-awareness through cognitive neuroscience, focusing on prefrontal cortex development and its impact on adolescent actions.

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