TED Talks Discussions and More.
TED Talks on varying topics will be presented as a spring board to engage in critical thinking discussions. These talks expose students to issues that they may not otherwise know much about, exercising their public speaking skills and more.
Cambridge Prep
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(205)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
A TEDx Talk is an exposition of speakers presenting great, well-formed ideas in different topics. These talks expose students to an issue that they may not otherwise know much about. This class covers different topics as listed below. Students will watch a TED Talk in class, followed by a discussion. The class has few students because everyone has to speak at least once during class. The teacher will give an introduction and closing remarks with background information when necessary. Week of June 5th: The Danger of A Single Story Week of June 12th: Tiger Woods Vs Roger Federer which should you aspire to be? (10,000hrs Concept) Week of June 19th: The Final Kilometer: Eliud Kipchoge Week of June 26th: The Paradox of Choice. Week of July 3rd: What is Social Capital and why we need it. Week of July 10th: What is Grit and why you need to cultivate it. Week of July 17th: Should We Value Speed When Taking Standardized Tests? Week of July 24th: Should you go to an Ivy League College if you want to major in the sciences?? Week of Aug 7th:
Learning Goals
Students will expand their knowledge on different topics.
Students will gain experience in Public Speaking.
Students will practice critical thinking skills.
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
- Youtube
Joined January, 2019
4.9
205reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I've worked with teens in Philadelphia Outward Bound Schools on building critical thinking skills and leadership qualities. Reviews
Live Group Class
$17
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 49 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
3-10 learners per class
