TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Which voting system is the best?
Imagine we want to build a new space port at one of four recently settled Martian bases, and are holding a vote to choose its location. Of the 100 colonists on Mars, 42 live on West Base, 26 on North Base, 15 on South Base, and 17 on...
Crash Course
How to Create a Fair Workplace: Crash Course Business Soft Skills
Fairness is one of the quickest ways to lose or gain trust. A lot of times we assume unfair people are incompetent or opportunistic. In this episode, Evelyn chats about how we perceive fairness and what the hurdles are to being "fair" in...
TED Talks
TED: The new urgency of climate change | Al Gore
The coronavirus brought much of the world to a standstill, dropping carbon emissions by five percent. Al Gore says keeping those rates down is now up to us. In this illuminating interview, he discusses how the steadily declining cost of...
3Blue1Brown
Essence of linear algebra preview
The introduction to a series on visualizing core ideas of linear algebra.
3Blue1Brown
Essence of Linear Algebra: Preview
The introduction to a series on visualizing core ideas of linear algebra.
TED Talks
TED: Why we need to rethink capitalism | Paul Tudor Jones II
Paul Tudor Jones II loves capitalism. It's a system that has done him very well over the last few decades. Nonetheless, the hedge fund manager and philanthropist is concerned that a laser focus on profits is, as he puts it, "threatening...
TED Talks
Michael C. Bush: This is what makes employees happy at work
There are three billion working people on this planet, and only 40 percent of them report being happy at work. Michael C. Bush shares his insights into what makes workers unhappy -- and how companies can benefit their bottom lines by...
TED Talks
TED: What role does luck play in your life? | Barry Schwartz
Chance plays a far bigger role in life than we're willing to admit, says psychologist Barry Schwartz. Of course, working hard and following the rules can get you far -- but the rest could boil down to simple good fortune. Schwartz...
TED Talks
TED: The surprising ingredient that makes businesses work better | Marco Alvera
What is it about unfairness? Whether it's not being invited to a friend's wedding or getting penalized for bad luck or an honest mistake, unfairness often makes us so upset that we can't think straight. And it's not just a personal issue...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How can you change someone's mind? (hint: facts aren't always enough) - Hugo Mercier
Why do arguments change people's minds in some cases and backfire in others? Hugo Mercier explains how arguments are more convincing when they rest on a good knowledge of the audience, taking into account what the audience believes, who...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Equality, sports, and Title IX - Erin Buzuvis and Kristine Newhall
In 1972, U.S. Congress passed Title IX, a law which prohibited discrimination against women in schools, colleges, and universities -- including school-sponsored sports. Before this law, female athletes were few and far between, and...
TED Talks
Michael Sandel: The lost art of democratic debate
Democracy thrives on civil debate, Michael Sandel says -- but we're shamefully out of practice. He leads a fun refresher, with TEDsters sparring over a recent Supreme Court case (PGA Tour Inc. v. Martin) whose outcome reveals the...
Curated Video
Learning about Fairness, Equality, and Laws: Our Adventure in Outer Space
In this video, children learn about the importance of fairness, equality, and following rules in both school and society. They are introduced to the concept of laws and how they help maintain order and protect people's rights and...
Curated Video
Learning about Fairness with Dixie the Duck
In this video, Dixie the Duck shares a story about fairness and inclusivity with Jade and the viewers. They discuss the importance of treating others fairly, respecting differences, and considering the needs of others. Through their...
Curated Video
Learning About Justice and Fairness in Outer Space
In this video, Nova teaches kids about the concept of justice and fairness. Through engaging visuals and explanations, Nova explains what justice means and why it is important for society. The video also emphasizes the importance of...
Curated Video
Leading without Authority: How to Manage and Lead People
Project Managers rarely have authority over the people we need to manage. So, our challenge is leading without authority. A manager typically has authority over the people they manage. But project managers rarely do. So, we cannot simply...
Curated Video
How to Define Team Ground Rules
Ground rules… What are they, does your project team need them, and how to set and maintain them if it does? That’s what we’ll look at in this video. What are Ground Rules Ground rules set out a code of conduct for a team. They explain...
Curated Video
Native Americans
Tracing the journey of Native Americans, this overview delves into their cultures, encounters with European settlers, enduring struggles, and ongoing efforts for rights and recognition.
Curated Video
Speaker of the House
As the head of the House of Representatives, the Speaker of the House is one of the most important roles in the United States government.
Curated Video
The Federal Trade Commission
The Federal Trade Commission is an independent agency dedicated to limiting the power of big business, protecting consumer rights and ensuring fair competition. It’s the reason you can buy what you want, when you want it – providing you...
Curated Video
Branches of Government
The federal government of the United States of America is split into three separate and distinct branches. But what do the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary do and why are they necessary?
Curated Video
Audre Lorde
Audre Lorde, a trailblazing Black feminist, poet, and essayist, passionately explored intersectionality, identity, and activism, leaving an enduring impact on literature and social justice.
Great Big Story
The New Faces of Georgia_s Justice System
Explore the groundbreaking City of South Fulton Municipal Court, a judicial system entirely managed by African-American women. Witness the vision and commitment of Judge Tiffany Carter Sellers and her team as they redefine justice and...
Curated Video
How to Influence People by Appealing to their Emotion
Nobody ever makes a decision on the facts alone. We make our choices based on emotions, and then use the facts to justify our decision… to others and to ourselves. So, how can you influence people by appealing to emotion?