Ted Talks of Interest
https://www.ted.com/talks/taylor_wilson_yup_i_built_a_nuclear_fusion_reactor
Taylor Wilson believes nuclear fusion is a solution to our future energy needs, and that kids can change the world. And he knows something about both of those: When he was 14, he built a working fusion reactor in his parents' garage. Now 17, he takes the TED stage at short notice to tell (the short version of) his story. https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability Brené Brown studies human connection -- our ability to empathize, belong, love. In a poignant, funny talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand humanity. A talk to share. https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_shapes_who_you_are Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy argues that "power posing" — standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don't feel confident — can boost feelings of confidence, and might have an impact on our chances for success. https://www.ted.com/talks/scott_dinsmore_how_to_find_work_you_love Scott Dinsmore quit a job that made him miserable, and spent the next four years wondering how to find work that was joyful and meaningful. He shares what he learned in this deceptively simple talk about finding out what matters to you — and then getting started doing it. https://www.ted.com/talks/memory_banda_a_warrior_s_cry_against_child_marriage Memory Banda’s life took a divergent path from her sister’s. When her sister reached puberty, she was sent to a traditional “initiation camp” that teaches girls “how to sexually please a man.” She got pregnant there — at age 11. Banda, however, refused to go. Instead, she organized others and asked her community’s leader to issue a bylaw that no girl should be forced to marry before turning 18. She pushed on to the national level … with incredible results for girls across Malawi. https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts In a culture where being social and outgoing are prized above all else, it can be difficult, even shameful, to be an introvert. But, as Susan Cain argues in this passionate talk, introverts bring extraordinary talents and abilities to the world, and should be encouraged and celebrated. https://www.ted.com/talks/clint_smith_the_danger_of_silence "We spend so much time listening to the things people are saying that we rarely pay attention to the things they don't," says poet and teacher Clint Smith. A short, powerful piece from the heart, about finding the courage to speak up against ignorance and injustice. https://www.ted.com/talks/richard_turere_a_peace_treaty_with_the_lions In the Maasai community where Richard Turere lives with his family, cattle are all-important. But lion attacks were growing more frequent. In this short, inspiring talk, the young inventor shares the solar-powered solution he designed to safely scare the lions away. https://www.ted.com/talks/reshma_saujani_teach_girls_bravery_not_perfection We're raising our girls to be perfect, and we're raising our boys to be brave, says Reshma Saujani, the founder of Girls Who Code. Saujani has taken up the charge to socialize young girls to take risks and learn to program -- two skills they need to move society forward. To truly innovate, we cannot leave behind half of our population, she says. "I need each of you to tell every young woman you know to be comfortable with imperfection." https://www.ted.com/talks/drew_dudley_everyday_leadership We have all changed someone's life -- usually without even realizing it. In this funny talk, Drew Dudley calls on all of us to celebrate leadership as the everyday act of improving each other's lives. https://www.ted.com/talks/beau_lotto_amy_o_toole_science_is_for_everyone_kids_included What do science and play have in common? Neuroscientist Beau Lotto thinks all people (kids included) should participate in science and, through the process of discovery, change perceptions. He's seconded by 12-year-old Amy O'Toole, who, along with 25 of her classmates, published the first peer-reviewed article by schoolchildren, about the Blackawton bees project. It starts: "Once upon a time ... " https://www.ted.com/talks/tavi_gevinson_a_teen_just_trying_to_figure_it_out Fifteen-year-old Tavi Gevinson had a hard time finding strong female, teenage role models -- so she built a space where they could find each other. At TEDxTeen, she illustrates how the conversations on sites like Rookie, her wildly popular web magazine for and by teen girls, are putting a new, unapologetically uncertain and richly complex face on modern feminism. https://www.ted.com/talks/natalie_warne_being_young_and_making_an_impact At 18, Natalie Warne's work with the Invisible Children movement made her a hero for young activists. She uses her inspiring story to remind us that no one is too young to change the world. https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_ariely_what_makes_us_feel_good_about_our_work What motivates us to work? Contrary to conventional wisdom, it isn't just money. But it's not exactly joy either. It seems that most of us thrive by making constant progress and feeling a sense of purpose. Behavioral economist Dan Ariely presents two eye-opening experiments that reveal our unexpected and nuanced attitudes toward meaning in our work. |
https://www.ted.com/talks/chimamanda_adichie_the_danger_of_a_single_story
Our lives, our cultures, are composed of many overlapping stories. Novelist Chimamanda Adichie tells the story of how she found her authentic cultural voice -- and warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or country, we risk a critical misunderstanding. https://www.ted.com/talks/adora_svitak Child prodigy Adora Svitak says the world needs "childish" thinking: bold ideas, wild creativity and especially optimism. Kids' big dreams deserve high expectations, she says, starting with grownups' willingness to learn from children as much as to teach. https://www.ted.com/talks/angela_lee_duckworth_grit_the_power_of_passion_and_perseverance Leaving a high-flying job in consulting, Angela Lee Duckworth took a job teaching math to seventh graders in a New York public school. She quickly realized that IQ wasn't the only thing separating the successful students from those who struggled. Here, she explains her theory of "grit" as a predictor of success. https://www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_how_to_speak_so_that_people_want_to_listen Have you ever felt like you're talking, but nobody is listening? Here's Julian Treasure to help. In this useful talk, the sound expert demonstrates the how-to's of powerful speaking — from some handy vocal exercises to tips on how to speak with empathy. A talk that might help the world sound more beautiful. https://www.ted.com/talks/jack_andraka_a_promising_test_for_pancreatic_cancer_from_a_teenager Over 85 percent of all pancreatic cancers are diagnosed late, when someone has less than two percent chance of survival. How could this be? Jack Andraka talks about how he developed a promising early detection test for pancreatic cancer that's super cheap, effective and non-invasive -- all before his 16th birthday. https://www.ted.com/talks/sirena_huang_dazzles_on_violin Violinist Sirena Huang gives a technically brilliant and emotionally nuanced performance. In a charming interlude, the 11-year-old praises the timeless design of her instrument. https://www.ted.com/talks/mckenna_pope_want_to_be_an_activist_start_with_your_toys McKenna Pope's younger brother loved to cook, but he worried about using an Easy-Bake Oven -- because it was a toy for girls. So at age 13, Pope started an online petition for the American toy company Hasbro to change the pink-and-purple color scheme on the classic toy and incorporate boys into its TV marketing. In a heartening talk, Pope makes the case for gender-neutral toys and gives a rousing call to action to all kids who feel powerless. https://www.ted.com/talks/thomas_suarez_a_12_year_old_app_developer Most 12-year-olds love playing videogames -- but Thomas Suarez taught himself how to create them. After developing iPhone apps like "Bustin Jeiber," a whack-a-mole game, he is now using his skills to help other kids become developers. https://www.ted.com/talks/sleepy_man_banjo_boys_bluegrass_virtuosity_from_new_jersey All under the age of 16, brothers Jonny, Robbie and Tommy Mizzone are from New Jersey, a US state that's better known for the rock of Bruce Springsteen than the bluegrass of Earl Scruggs. Nonetheless, the siblings began performing bluegrass covers, as well as their own compositions, at a young age. Here, they play three dazzling songs in three different keys, passing the lead back and forth from fiddle to banjo to guitar. https://www.ted.com/talks/william_kamkwamba_how_i_harnessed_the_wind At age 14, in poverty and famine, a Malawian boy built a windmill to power his family's home. Now at 22, William Kamkwamba, who speaks at TED, here, for the second time, shares in his own words the moving tale of invention that changed his life. https://www.ted.com/talks/jennifer_lin_improvs_piano_magic Pianist and composer Jennifer Lin gives a magical performance, talks about the process of creativity and improvises a moving solo piece based on a random sequence of notes. https://www.ted.com/talks/award_winning_teen_age_science_in_action In 2011 three young women swept the top prizes of the first Google Science Fair. Lauren Hodge, Shree Bose and Naomi Shah describe their extraordinary projects -- and their route to a passion for science. https://www.ted.com/talks/celeste_headlee_10_ways_to_have_a_better_conversation Celeste Headlee has worked as a radio host for decades, and she knows the ingredients of a great conversation: Honesty, brevity, clarity and a healthy amount of listening. In this insightful talk, she shares 10 useful rules for having better conversations. "Go out, talk to people, listen to people," she says. "And, most importantly, be prepared to be amazed." |
Ted Talk Playlists
https://www.ted.com/playlists/171/the_most_popular_talks_of_all
Are schools killing creativity? What makes a great leader? How can I find happiness? These 25 talks are the ones that you and your fellow TED fans just can't stop sharing. https://www.ted.com/playlists/4/what_makes_you_happy Everyone wants to be happy. But how, exactly, does one go about it? Here, psychologists, journalists, Buddhist monks and more gives answers that may surprise. https://www.ted.com/playlists/307/on_coming_out Powerful, personal stories of sharing one's true identity with the world. https://www.ted.com/playlists/264/lgbtq_pride These moving, personal talks share stories of love and commitment in the LGBTQ community. https://www.ted.com/playlists/143/in_the_mood_for_love Love: it’s what makes the world go round. And also: all you need. As well as that thing, in addition to war, in which all is fair. Here, TED Talks about this most basic of human emotions. https://www.ted.com/playlists/661/the_illuminating_benefits_of_videos_games Are video games eroding our minds? These TED talks suggest the opposite - that videos games can improve our brain function, and even help better the world. https://blog.ed.ted.com/2017/03/16/9-ted-talks-recommended-by-students-for-students/ Which TED Talks do students love? We asked TED-Ed Club Members around the world to share their favorites. Below, check out 9 great talks recommended by and for young people |
https://www.ted.com/playlists/92/listen_up
Talks to help you be a better listener. Talks on the importance of listening, and how to do it much better. https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/these-are-the-5-best-ted-talks-ever-according-to-the-guy-who-runs-ted.html These Are the 5 Best TED Talks Ever, According to the Guy Who Runs TED. The event's boss names the talks that have taught him the most. https://www.ted.com/playlists/662/the_value_of_skepticism These TED Talks push us to question more — our doctors, our governments and even our own eyes. https://www.onlinecollegecourses.com/2011/11/28/20-incredible-ted-talks-you-should-show-your-high-school-students/ What makes TED such an appealing web series and organization is its desire to offer up a little something for everyone. This includes high school students and the teachers who love, hate, or tolerate them. Honestly, pretty much any video hosted there boasts its own educational value, but some hold more relevance than others. Whether they empower and inspire, shine a light on social injustices or simply show off some seriously cool innovations, the following 20 videos are bound to make class time just a little more interesting. https://www.ted.com/playlists/129/ted_under_20 Talks from scientists, musicians, innovators, activists — all under the age of 20. Watch these amazing wunderkinds. https://www.theodysseyonline.com/8-ted-talks-young-adult-watch Christopher Carter has chosen 8 TED talks that every young adult, especially students, should watch. He believes after reviewing this list and watching the videos provided, you will have learned a useful skill or two and find new motivation to add to your repertoire. |