Let's teach kids to code | Mitch Resnick

Let's teach kids to code | Mitch Resnick

Author: TED January 29, 2013 Duration: 16:28
Coding isn't just for computer whizzes, says Mitch Resnick of MIT Media Lab -- it's for everyone. In a fun, demo-filled talk Resnick outlines the benefits of teaching kids to code, so they can do more than just use new tech toys but also create them.

Ever wondered what the classroom of tomorrow might hold, or how a simple shift in teaching could unlock a student's potential? TED Talks Education brings those questions to the forefront, gathering insights directly from the people shaping learning itself. This podcast features voices from educators, neuroscientists, and innovators who have taken the stage at TED and TEDx events globally. Each episode is a deep dive into practical ideas and bold visions, moving beyond theory to explore how technology and new research are transforming the way we understand education. You'll hear stories that challenge conventional wisdom about how brains learn best and examine what it truly means to build a school that serves every learner. Curated by TED, a nonprofit focused on Ideas Worth Spreading, this series turns complex concepts into accessible conversations. It’s a direct line to the cutting edge of pedagogical thought, offering listeners not just inspiration but tangible frameworks for change. Whether you're a teacher seeking fresh strategies, a parent navigating your child's education, or simply curious about the future of knowledge, this podcast provides a compelling look at the ideas redefining learning for everyone.
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Why kids need to learn about gender and sexuality | Lindsay Amer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:34
Lindsay Amer is the creator of "Queer Kid Stuff," an educational video series that breaks down complex ideas around gender and sexuality through songs and metaphors. By giving kids and their families a vocabulary to expr…
The healing power of reading | Michelle Kuo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:14
Reading and writing can be acts of courage that bring us closer to others and ourselves. Author Michelle Kuo shares how teaching reading skills to her students in the Mississippi Delta revealed the bridging power of the…
How hip-hop helps us understand science | Danielle N. Lee [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:03
In the early 1990s, a scandal rocked evolutionary biology: scientists discovered that songbirds -- once thought to be strictly monogamous -- engaged in what's politely called "extra-pair copulation." In this unforgettabl…
Empower a girl, transform a community | Kakenya Ntaiya [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:17
Kakenya Ntaiya turned her dream of getting an education into a movement to empower vulnerable girls and bring an end to harmful traditional practices in Kenya. Meet two students at the Kakenya Center for Excellence, a sc…
Creative ways to get kids to thrive in school | Olympia Della Flora [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:09
To get young kids to thrive in school, we need to do more than teach them how to read and write -- we need to teach them how to manage their emotions, says educator Olympia Della Flora. In this practical talk, she shares…
How education helped me rewrite my life | Ashweetha [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:28
There's no greater freedom than finding your purpose, says education advocate Ashweetha. Born to a poor family in rural India, she didn't let the social norms of her community stifle her dreams and silence her voice. In…
How to teach kids to talk about taboo topics | Liz Kleinrock [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:48
When one of Liz Kleinrock's fourth-grade students said the unthinkable at the start of a class on race, she knew it was far too important a teachable moment to miss. But where to start? Learn how Kleinrock teaches kids t…