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Prompted by the Encyclopaedia Britannica ending its print publication, performance poet Rives resurrects a game from his childhood. Speaking at the TEDxSummit in Doha, Rives takes us on a charming tour through random (and less random) bits of human knowledge: from Chimborazo, the farthest point from the center of the Earth, to Ham the Astrochimp, the first chimpanzee in outer space.

Uploaded 28-08-13

Talk by Rives.



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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/is-light-a-particle-or-a-wave-colm-kelleher

Can we accurately describe light as exclusively a wave or just a particle? Are the two mutually exclusive? In this third part of his series on light and color, Colm Kelleher discusses wave-particle duality and its relationship to how we see light and, therefore, color.

Lesson by Colm Kelleher, animation by Nelson Diaz.

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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-do-tornadoes-form-james-spann

Uploaded 19-08-14

Tornadoes are the most violent storms on Earth, with wind velocities that can exceed 200 miles per hour. How do these terrifying cyclones form? Meteorologist James Spann sheds light on the lifespan of tornadoes as they go from supercell thunderstorms to terrible twisters before eventually dissolving back into thin air.

Lesson by James Spann, animation by Província Studio.



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What causes the sensation of déjà vu? Dive into the theories and psychology that could explain why you’re having that feeling… again.

Uploaded 28-08-13

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You might have felt it -- the feeling that you've experienced something before, but, in reality, the experience is brand new. There are over 40 theories that attempt to explain the phenomenon of déjà vu. Michael Molina explains how neuroimaging and cognitive psychology have narrowed down the theories that could explain that feeling you're having...again.

Lesson by Michael Molina, animation by Josh Harris.

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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/what-is-deja-vu-what-is-deja-vu-michael-molina



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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-higgs-field-explained-don-lincoln

Uploaded 27-08-13

One of the most significant scientific discoveries of the early 21st century is surely the Higgs boson, but the boson and the Higgs Field that allows for that magic particle are extremely difficult to grasp. Don Lincoln outlines an analogy that all of us can appreciate, starring a large dinner party, a raucous group of physicists, and Peter Higgs himself.

Lesson by Don Lincoln, animation by Powerhouse Animation Studios Inc.



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Explore the phenomenon known as peat fires, smoldering fires that burn underground and can continue for months or even years.

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In 1997, a fire began in Indonesia that would rage for almost a year. Despite being one of the largest fires in recorded history, for months at a time it burned without a flame. This might sound like a uniquely freaky fire, but it’s actually one of many. So, is it possible to snuff out these bizarre blazes? And how do they form in the first place? Emma Bryce explores the phenomenon of peat fires.

Lesson by Emma Bryce, directed by Ivana Volda.

A special thanks to Guillermo Rein who provided information and insights for the development of this video.

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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-fast-are-you-moving-right-now-tucker-hiatt

Uploaded 27-01-14

"How fast are you moving?" seems like an easy question, but it's actually quite complicated -- and perhaps best answered by another question: "Relative to what?" Even when you think you're standing still, the Earth is moving relative to the Sun, which is moving relative to the Milky Way, which is...you get the idea. Tucker Hiatt unravels the concepts of absolute and relative speed.

Lesson by Tucker Hiatt, animation by Zedem Media.



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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/slowing-down-time-in-writing-film-aaron-sitze

Certain moments in our lives seem to last forever. Whether it is a first kiss or a car crash, time can can seem to stretch...or even stop. Aaron Sitze explains how this sensation is conveyed in cinema and how the same conventions can be used to slow down time in your writing.

Lesson by Aaron Sitze, animation by TED-Ed.

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Dig into the animal kingdom’s capacity for generosity, and find out how cooperation between animals may contribute to their survival.

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Charles Darwin introduced the notion of “survival of the fittest,” where the fittest animals are those who can survive long enough to produce healthy offspring. The fittest animal can also be the most stealthy, resourceful, or even the most cooperative. So what exactly does cooperation look like in the wild? Ashley Ward digs into the animal kingdom's capacity for generosity.

Lesson by Ashley Ward, directed by Sharon Colman.

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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-to-set-the-table-anna-post

Uploaded 26-06-13

Can't remember where your soup spoon ought to go? What about your salad fork? Knowing how to set a traditional table can seem like antiquated etiquette -- but it can come in handy! Anna Post, great-great-granddaughter of etiquette expert Emily Post, shows how to set a table with a plate full of tips and tricks to boot (even your grandmother will be impressed).

Lesson by Anna Post, animation by TED-Ed.



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