Breaking down big data
Big data is, for lack of a better word, big right now. But it’s also a difficult, multi-layered...
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College animation students collaborate to make one of our favorite TED-Ed Lessons to date
‘The History of Tattoos’ TED-Ed Lesson marks an exciting milestone for TED-Ed: it’s our first...
TED film guru gives students tips on filming presentations
When TED first started, the conference consisted of a small group of people sharing ideas in a...
Leading up to TEDYouth, students explore the world behind TED-Ed lessons
On the eve of TEDYouth, the TED-Ed office was abuzz with activity beyond the normal day-to-day....
5 jobs we didn’t know existed before TEDYouth
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” It’s something kids get asked a lot — and this...
The science of Interstellar: 5 TED-Ed Lessons to help you understand the film
Thanks to physicist Kip Thorne’s influence, the latest space-travel film Interstellar features...
Cue the visuals: New Yorker cartoonist and TED-Ed animator host a TED-Ed Club Workshop
The old adage ‘A picture is worth a thousand words’ often rings true when it comes to crafting a...
TED-Ed Club Facilitator brings TEDGlobal to his students
By Craig Zimmer, TEDxStMaryCSSchool organizer St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Pickering...
8 photography tips for anyone with a camera (or a camera phone)
The key to getting great photos isn’t just about having a nice camera. I’m a firm believer that...
App smashing for teachers: The power of app cross-pollination
By Mary Jo Madda Associate Editor, edSurge There are thousands of apps out there, and to give...
Why vote? TED-Ed’s election roundup
The right to vote is lauded as one of the most important civic responsibilities a citizen can...
A video that terrifies while it teaches? There’s a TED-Ed Lesson for that
Pick your poison: Blood hungry vampires. Zombies on a mission for your tasty brain. Creepy...
Our newest TED-Ed Lesson was made entirely out of chalk
When Justin Dowd worked as a food runner, he would sometimes doodle on the chalkboard in the...
Calling all teachers! Want to attend a TED Conference?
Are you a teacher? Do you want to attend a TED Conference? TED-Ed is thrilled to announce a...
Future STEM superstars: 4 TED-Ed Club Members present on advanced science topics
The TED-Ed Clubs program aims to amplify the voices of students across the world. On the blog,...
An animated lesson full of adorable animals made of autumn leaves
Ten percent of plant matter gets eaten while it is alive. The other 90% falls to the ground and...
3 brand new TED-Ed Lessons written by CERN scientists
TED-Ed loves working with CERN. Our video library includes more than ten lessons written by CERN...
TED-Ed hosts animation station at TEDGlobal 2014
TEDGlobal 2014 was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil this past week and centered around the theme...
High school TED-Ed Club Member from Singapore discusses student leadership
By Arjun Mehrotra Student at United World College of South East Asia, Singapore Like thousands...
The power of storytelling: TED Speaker Drew Dudley hosts TED-Ed Club workshop
Drew Dudley’s TED Talk ‘Everyday leadership’ is a great example of a speaker harnessing the...
Love numbers? A reading list for math enthusiasts
Ready to level up your working knowledge of math? Below, Jennifer Ouellette, author of The...
How to bring TEDxYouth to your community
Imagine a day filled with thought-provoking speakers, engaging activities and stimulating...
From 3D Printing to endangered sharks: 5 must-see TED-Ed Club videos
Subtle sexism. Protecting endangered sharks. Temporal heliavorturic attacks. These fascinating...
Is it actually ironic? 3 TED-Ed Lessons on irony
How many times have you heard the phrase “That’s so ironic,” and wondered, “Wait … is it?” The...