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TED Talk: The High-Stakes Race to Make Quantum Computers Work- Chiara Decaroli
Unlock the mysteries of quantum computing with this engaging TED-Ed companion resource! Perfect for high school and college classrooms, this activity dives into the physics, technology, and challenges behind the next frontier of computation. Includes 20 thought-provoking discussion questions, a structured essay prompt, and a full debate topic exploring whether governments should fund this groundbreaking technology now or wait for further development. Great for sparking curiosity in science, te
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Other (Science), Physics
TED Talk: Have We Reached the Limit of Computer Power?- Sajan Saini and George
This TED-Ed companion resource explores one of the most important concepts in modern computing—Moore’s Law—and what happens when we reach its limits. Through engaging visuals and cutting-edge science, students will discover the physical, economic, and environmental challenges shaping the future of microchip design. Perfect for high school or college courses in STEM, environmental science, engineering, or technology ethics, this resource includes: 20 thought-provoking discussion questions An exp
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Physics
TED Talk: Your Phone’s Camera isn’t as Good as you Think- Rachel Yang
This TED-Ed companion resource explores the science and technology behind smartphone cameras, focusing on image sensors, photosites, computational photography, and machine learning. Students learn why hardware improvements are reaching physical limits and how software bridges the gap to produce high-quality images. Includes 20 rigorous discussion questions, an expanded essay prompt, and a multi-perspective debate topic—perfect for STEM, physics, computer science, and digital media courses. G
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Other (Science), Physics
TED Talk: The Hidden Network that Makes the Internet Possible- Sajan Saini
Take your students inside the hidden infrastructure of the internet with this TED-Ed companion resource on fiber optics and integrated photonics. This lesson unpacks how glass fibers carry pulses of light across the globe, how total internal reflection traps information within them, and how photonic chips are reshaping the future of data centers and wireless communication. Students will explore the science of light, the challenges of global bandwidth, and the innovations driving us toward hyper
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Physics
TED Talk: How much does a video weigh?- Michael Stevens
This high school resource explores how curiosity drives learning, using engaging scientific questions to introduce concepts like light, energy, and digital information. Best for: STEM, Physics, Media Literacy, ELA Includes: • 20 discussion and comprehension questions • Analytical essay prompt • Structured essay with paragraph guidance and sentence starters • Classroom debate activity • Critical thinking discussion questions Grades: 9–12, College, Adult Ed | Print-and-go
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Other (ELA), Physics
TED Talk: Is there a limit to technological progress?- Clément Vidal
This TED-Ed companion resource explores how scientists think about the future of technological progress using the Kardashev and Barrow Scales. Students examine energy use, scale, and the search for intelligent life while considering whether civilization faces true technological limits. What’s included: 20 high school/college-level discussion questionsA clear, expanded essay promptA scaffolded essay prompt with sentence startersA structured debate topic with balanced perspectivesIdeal for astrono
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Astronomy, Computer Science - Technology, Physics
TED Talk: How Do Self Driving Cars “See”?- Sajan Saini
Bring cutting-edge science into your classroom with this TED-Ed companion resource on LIDAR and integrated photonics. Students learn how lasers, interference, and miniature chips give self-driving cars “smart eyes” with millimeter precision. Includes: 20 critical discussion questions Structured essay prompt Expanded debate topic Ready-to-use resource for STEM, physics, or technology lessonsPerfect for high school and college students, this resource bridges physics, engineering, and real-world a
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Physics
TED Talk: Are We Living In a Simulation?- Zohreh Davoudi
Challenge your students with one of the most mind-bending questions in philosophy and science: Are we living in a simulation? This Simulation Hypothesis Companion Resource includes: 20 engaging discussion questions on reality, physics, and philosophy An expanded essay prompt connecting Nick Bostrom’s argument with modern scientific testing A structured debate topic on whether the simulation hypothesis is a valid scientific pursuitPerfect for philosophy, physics, or advanced discussion-based c
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Astronomy, Computer Science - Technology, Physics
TED Talk: Why Doesn’t Everyone Have a Jetpack?- Richard Browning
Explore the science and spectacle of jetpack flight with this high-engagement TED-Ed companion resource! Perfect for high school and college classrooms, this lesson dives into the fascinating physics, history, and engineering behind personal flight technology. Students will analyze why building a jetpack is more complex than launching a spacecraft, and how recent advances in computing and materials science are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. This resource includes: 20 thought-provoki
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Physics
TED Talk: The Best Invention Since Sliced Bread?- Rachel Yang
This TED-Ed resource turns everyday tech into a lesson in sustainability. Students will explore how the electric toaster inspired today’s high-powered heat battery systems—used to store renewable energy and replace fossil-fueled industrial processes. Includes 15 critical thinking questions, an extended writing prompt, and a structured classroom debate. Perfect for environmental science, physics, or technology courses at the high school or college level.
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Environment, Physics
TED Talk: Why a Sausage can do What Your Gloves Cannot- Charles Wallace and Saja
Why can a sausage activate your smartphone, but your glove can’t? This TED-Ed companion resource explains the science behind touchscreen technology, from resistive pressure systems to the capacitive screens in modern phones. Students will explore the roles of electric circuits, conductive materials, and even human biology in touchscreen function. Perfect for high school or college physics, technology, or engineering courses, this resource includes 20 high-level discussion questions, an expanded
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Physics
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