TED Courses

The Economic Case for Preschool

Economist Timothy Bartik presents compelling macro-economic arguments for investing in preschool education, highlighting its far-reaching benefits beyond individual families to society as a whole.

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

The Silent Drama of Photography

Renowned photographer Sebastião Salgado shares his journey, showcasing powerful images from his latest project Genesis, which captures forgotten people and places, revealing the human side of global stories.

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

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

Explore deep brain stimulation's potential to treat Parkinson's, depression, and Alzheimer's. Learn about this precise technique that uses electrodes to correct brain dysfunction and its promising results.

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

In Search for the Man Who Broke My Neck

A powerful story of forgiveness and self-discovery as Joshua Prager recounts his journey to confront the bus driver who left him quadriplegic, exploring identity, fate, and human resilience.

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

Health Care Should Be a Team Sport

Eric Dishman shares personal experiences and expertise to propose innovative ideas for patient-centered healthcare, emphasizing collaboration and teamwork in medical treatment approaches.

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

4 Pillars of College Success in Science

Discover the four pillars of UMBC's approach to help under-represented students succeed in math and science, shared by President Freeman Hrabowski in this inspiring TED Talk.

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

Watson, Jeopardy and Me - The Obsolete Know-It-All

Ken Jennings humorously recounts his experience competing against IBM's Watson supercomputer on Jeopardy, exploring the future of human knowledge in the age of artificial intelligence.

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

Your Brain Is More Than a Bag of Chemicals

Neurobiologist explores targeted psychiatric medications by studying fruit fly behavior, challenging the view of the brain as just a "bag of chemicals" and aiming for more effective treatments.

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

A Girl Who Demanded School

Inspiring story of a Maasai woman's journey to education, challenging traditions and building a school for girls in her community, transforming lives and empowering future generations.

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

How a Fly Flies

Explore the fascinating mechanics of insect flight, focusing on the housefly's powerful muscles, delicate wings, and remarkable brain that enable its aerial prowess.

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

Use Data to Build Better Schools

Discover how global education data can improve school systems worldwide. Learn about the PISA test, country rankings, and the key factor behind top-performing educational systems.

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

Three Myths About Corruption

Exposé on government corruption in Trinidad and Tobago, challenging common misconceptions and shedding light on financial crimes' impact on development and society.

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

Be an Artist, Right Now!

Celebrated author Young-ha Kim humorously encourages unleashing your inner child and embracing creativity, drawing inspiration from great artists to reignite the passion for play and artistic expression.

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

Take Back Your City With Paint

Discover how Edi Rama transformed Tirana, Albania through colorful public spaces, instilling civic pride and reducing crime. Learn about innovative urban renewal strategies that rebuild trust in leadership.

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

Fifty Shades of Gay

Photographer explores LGBTQ spectrum through 2,000 portraits, challenging binary views of sexuality and highlighting the complexities of gender identity and sexual orientation.

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