TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Why should you read "Don Quixote"? - Ilan Stavans
Mounting his skinny steed, Don Quixote charges an army of giants. It is his duty to vanquish these behemoths in the name of his beloved lady, Dulcinea. There's only one problem: the giants are merely windmills. What is it about this tale...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: A day in the life of an ancient Peruvian shaman
The year is 1400 BCE. At the temple of the fisherman, the morning is unusually still and this is just the latest in a series of troubling signs for Quexo, the village shaman. The villagers live off the sea, but this year the winds have...
TED Talks
TED: How women in rural India turned courage into capital | Chetna Gala Sinha
When bankers refused to serve her neighbors in rural India, Chetna Gala Sinha did the next best thing: she opened a bank of her own, the first ever for and by women in the country. In this inspiring talk, she shares stories of the women...
Be Smart
Why It Is What Time It Is (The History of Time)
How did we come up with our system of telling time? Why do we divide the day into 24 hours of 60 minutes each, and put 60 seconds in each minute? Where does the definition of a second come from? And who decides what clock shows the...
Crash Course
If One Finger Brought Oil - Things Fall Apart part I: Crash Course Literature 208
In which John Green teaches you about Chinua Achebe's 1958 novel, Things Fall Apart. You'll learn about Igboland, a region in modern day Nigeria, prior to the arrival of the British Empire. Achebe tells the story of Okonkwo, an Igbo...
TED Talks
TED: A taste of Mexico's ancient chocolate-making tradition | Germán Santillán
Dating back more than 800 years, chocolate is deeply woven into the Indigenous history of Oaxaca, Mexico. TED Fellow Germán Santillán talks about his work reviving the Mixtec technique used to prepare this ancient delicacy by training a...
Crash Course
Mythical Mountains: Crash Course World Mythology
Our mythical places series continues, and this week Mike Rugnetta is talking about some stories that revolve around mountains. Mountains loom large in human stories, not least because mountains are, well, large. So ascend with us to the...
TED Talks
TED: 3 ways community creates a healthy life | Olivia Affuso
Maintaining a healthy weight takes more than diet and exercise, says physical activity epidemiologist Olivia Affuso. In this actionable talk, she shows how you can kickstart a healthy life by tapping into the collective power of a...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What really happened during the Salem Witch Trials
You’ve been accused of a crime you did not commit. It’s impossible to prove your innocence. If you insist that you’re innocent anyway, you’ll likely be found guilty and executed. But if you confess, apologize, and implicate others,...
TED Talks
Ashweetha Shetty: How education helped me rewrite my life
There's no greater freedom than finding your purpose, says education advocate Ashweetha Shetty. Born to a poor family in rural India, Shetty didn't let the social norms of her community stifle her dreams and silence her voice. In this...
Curated Video
The Wonders of Morocco: Marrakech, Casbah, and the Sahara Desert
Marrakech, Morocco:"We will go to the bustling city of Marrakech, where we will explore the citadel and the exciting market of La Medina, before moving out of the city towards the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, the wonderful Atlas mountains,...
Curated Video
Only In Malaysia 9 - Mass Drumming Performance
Mass Drumming Performance:Over 1,000 drummers come together for an impressive performance, creating a spectacle with their synchronized drumming.
Curated Video
Only In Thailand 5 - Ghost Festival Tradition
Ghost Festival Tradition:Thailand's Ghost Festival is a two-day merit-making ceremony, enthralling locals with unique rituals and cultural performances.
Curated Video
Sustainable Village: A Model for Eco-Friendly Living
This video showcases a unique and environmentally sustainable development on the outskirts of suburban London. Architect Bill Dunster has designed buildings that use a range of technologies to minimize waste and reduce carbon emissions....
Curated Video
Sustainable Energy and Local Economy at Soneva Kiri
Learn how Soneva Kiri Hotel reduces its environmental impact by minimizing diesel consumption and increasing the use of solar energy. Discover the hotel's commitment to supporting the local economy through weekly trips to the fishermen’s...
Curated Video
Guardians of Tetiaroa: Sustainable Living at The Brando Resort
Discover how The Brando Resort on Tetiaroa Island maintains its luxurious appeal while upholding ecological practices. Learn from Tumi Brando, the island's "Guardian of the Treasure," about the island's flora and fauna, and explore the...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Green Conference Centre
THE HEART OF THE RIOJA WINE REGION IS AN AREA USUALLY DOMINATED BY GREEN LANDSCAPE STRETCHING ACROSS HUNDREDS OF ACRES OF VINEYARDS. BUT NOW A HUGE SHINY STRUCTURE HAS CAUGHT THE ATTENTION OF NEIGHBOURS AND VISITORS OF THE AREA. GREEN...
Curated Video
Only In Thailand 1 - Monkey Banquet Extravaganza
Monkey Banquet Extravaganza:Villagers prepare an annual feast, attracting hundreds of onlookers as tables overflow with fruits, delighting the guest of honor monkeys.
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Johannes Moneny: Building Dreams on a Dusty Road
In a village where unemployment is high and university education is out of reach, Johannes Moneny defies the odds by building his own car. With determination and creativity, he gathers scrap metal and pieces together a bright blue...
Curated Video
Sustainable Innovation at Basalt Forest Cabins
Learn how the Basalt Forest cabins in Manzat, France, embody sustainability in construction and daily operations. Using green energy and local materials, these cabins feature innovative heating systems and water conservation methods....
Curated Video
Galtür: The Perfect Storm
The worst avalanche in 40 years destroyed countless buildings and killed many people in this Austrian village, but it was factors 4,000 kilometres away that caused this disaster. Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Galtur is a...
Curated Video
Sharing water
When you want a glass of water, you turn on a tap. But for some people getting water isn't that easy. Our universe - Sharing our Earth - Food and water Learning Points We use water for lots of different purposes. People and other animals...
Curated Video
Settlements
Explore the places in which people live. How can cities keep growing larger and larger? People and places -Human geography - Settlements Learning Points The number of people living in a settlement is called its population. As settlements...
Curated Video
Tegla Loroupe Story | Bedtime History
Learn about Tegla Loroupe, the little girl from Africa who grew up to be a famous marathon runner and an inspiration to her people.