TED Talk Activity Pack Bundle 01 (Activity Packs 01-10 ) - Over 30 Pages!

This Bundle Includes Ten TED Talk Activity Packs on a Wide Range of Topics!

• CURATED FOR YOUR STUDENTS - Interesting TED Talks in different areas such as psychology, technology, and business teach valuable life skills.

• EACH PACK IS FULL OF IDEAS - Each individual lesson plan comes with mix and match pre-watch and post-watch lesson ideas to extend your lesson.

• BUNDLE AND SAVE - By bundling, you get the full collection at a discounted price.

• DIGITAL OR PAPER - The lessons can be printed or used seamlessly with Google Classroom as a TPT Digital Activity.

• BONUS - 3-2-1 Exit Ticket Worksheet that can be used with any TED Talk.

More Than Just a Worksheet -

Great Lessons For Any Occasion!

The TED Talks Worksheet and Activity Pack is more than just another worksheet, it is a valuable resource including pre and post watch activities, useful links, and suggestions to make your lesson the perfect fit for your students and needs. We all understand that each class has its own needs depending on age, level, and composition—just pick what you need for your class and you’re ready to go! 

Every pack has something different to offer, introducing activities that can be used for a variety of TED Talks. The more activity packs you choose, the more ideas you’ll have in your back pocket for future use!

Key Features

• SAVE PRECIOUS TIME -  Follow the easy instructions and have your TED Talk lesson ready in minutes.

• BE PREPARED TO FILL ANY GAP - How you customize the lesson is up to you! You can choose from a combination of complementary activities to fill in just as much time as you need.

• PROVIDE VALUE FOR ALL YOUR STUDENTS - Each worksheet has three sections: WATCH the students follow along, TALK about key points in the video, and help your students REFLECT on the significance of the talk in their own life. Three levels help your students to bridge the ability gap in your classroom. 

• NOURISH YOUR STUDENTS’ CURIOSITY - A variety of questions inspired by Bloom’s Taxonomy are designed to develop critical thinking and understanding because they encourage students to engage with the material in a variety of ways.

• DEVELOP CORE COMPETENCIES THROUGH A SOCIAL CURRICULUM - Each TED Talk Activity Pack is grounded within the British Columbia Core Competencies. These competencies are divided into three broad categories: Communication, Thinking, and Personal and Social. Providing opportunities for the students to interact with one another and connect their ideas with the world is essential for their development.

A Few Reasons Why TED Talks Are The Perfect Resource

• A DATABASE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS - Easily adapt your TED Talk lesson to one of the 1000’s of videos available online. Instantly cover any subject matter.

• DEVELOP SENSITIVITY AND AWARENESS - TED Talks engage the mind and encourage your students to think critically and creatively while encouraging debate to develop those social-emotional skills!

• FREE TO ACCESS - The entire TED Talk TED-ED library is available for teachers and students to access anytime, making it an ideal resource.

Included in this Bundle:

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack - 01 - You Are Not Alone in Your Loneliness

Full Title: Jonny Sun - You are not alone in your loneliness

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/jonny_sun_you_are_not_alone_in_your_loneliness#t-15756

Total Pages: 3

Description:

In this talk, Jonny Sun shares the value of being vulnerable and sharing one’s feelings. He introduces the possibility of finding community online. For students it promises opportunities to reflect on loneliness in the digital age and to debate the value of social media. 

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack - 02 - Angela Lee Duckworth - Grit

Full Title: Angela Lee Duckworth - Grit: The power of passion and perseverance

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/angela_lee_duckworth_grit_the_power_of_passion_and_perseverance

Total Pages: 3

Description:

Angela Duckworth has spent years of her life studying the correlation between what she calls grit and success in students. This short TED Talk is a great way to reinforce and instill in our students that our IQ doesn’t determine our success; rather, it is our ability to persevere and stick to a goal that determines our likelihood of success.  

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack-03-Questions No One Knows The Answers To

Full Title: Chris Anderson - Questions no one knows the answers to

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/questions_no_one_knows_the_answers_to#t-718126

Total Pages: 3

Description:

Chris Anderson talks about the big questions in the universe and tackles quantum physics in this bewildering TED Talk. First, he asks, “How many universes are there?” Second, he asks, “Why can’t we see evidence of alien life?” For each question he tells a story and builds excitement for these types of questions which hover at the edge of the unknown. This TED Talk is sure to change your students’ perspective of Science forever!

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack -04- How to Speak so People Want to Listen

Full Title: Julian Treasure - How to speak so that people want to listen

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_how_to_speak_so_that_people_want_to_listen

Total Pages: 4

Description:

Julian Treasure is an expert in sound and how to use it. In this TED Talk, Julian discusses the pitfalls that many people fall into when they try to communicate with others and how to avoid them. Next, he introduces the acronym HAIL and teaches how Honesty, Authenticity, Integrity, and Loving-compassion can improve our communication ability. Finally, he teaches the audience about the voice and how we can warm it up to better prepare it for important moments. This is a great TED Talk to segue into any unit which highlights the importance of communication and the power of our voice.

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack - 05 - Looks Aren't Everything.

Full Title: Cameron Russell - Looks aren’t everything. Believe me, I’m a model

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/cameron_russell_looks_aren_t_everything_believe_me_i_m_a_model

Total Pages: 3

Description:

With Cameron Russell’s TED Talk, we look into privilege from a first-hand perspective. Cameron gives a very honest talk surrounding the fashion industry, explaining how her image was constructed and the lack of diversity in the industry as it is. This is a great TED Talk to begin discussions surrounding privilege and body image, as well as a space to look into the common dream of becoming a model and what lies behind all of the fashion industry’s glamorous lifestyle. 

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack - 06 - What Makes a Good Life?

Full Title: Robert Waldinger - What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/robert_waldinger_what_makes_a_good_life_lessons_from_the_longest_study_on_happiness

Total Pages: 3

Description:

As the director for a 75 year old study on adult development, Robert Waldinger discusses an important finding in relation to happiness — relationships are the most important factor to happiness. Rather than wealth, fame, or any other factor, positive relationships were the key component that determined health and longevity in the study. This is a great TED Talk to encourage students to discuss life goals, the importance of relationships and debate the impact technology has on relationships

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack -07- Thrilling Potential of SixthSense Tech

Full Title: Pranav Mistry - The thrilling potential of SixthSense technology

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/pranav_mistry_the_thrilling_potential_of_sixthsense_technology

Total Pages: 3

Description:

In this popular TED Talk from 2009, Pranav Mistry, who is currently the president of research at Samsung, introduces his audience to the future of handheld devices. SixthSense technology which he showcases is the product of his passion in the industry and is an inspiration for students to think of what will be possible in the future. This talk is interesting because although it is a decade old, many of the technologies which were possible even at that time have not come into existence. It taps into one of the fundamental questions of humanity—what does our collective future hold, and what tools will take us there?

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack - 08 - The Art of Misdirection

Full Title: Apollo Robbins- The art of misdirection:

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/apollo_robbins_the_art_of_misdirection

Total Pages: 3

Description:

Apollo Robbins uses sleight of hand in his daily work as a security consultant and deception specialist. In this TED Talk, he shows his audience how attention works as he demonstrates the art of misdirection. Students are sure to be dazzled by Apollo’s skillful manipulation of his stage guest’s attention. This TED Talk is a great way to talk about attention spans, multi-tasking, goal-setting and our unlimited human potential. 

Note: Because of the speaker’s fast pace and the mature nature of some jokes, this talk may not be suitable for younger grades or ELL/ESL students. Previewing beforehand is advised. 

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack - 09 - The Happy Secret to Better Work

Full Title: Shawn Achor - The happy secret to better work

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/shawn_achor_the_happy_secret_to_better_work

Total Pages: 4

Description:

Shawn Achor shares about the importance of a positive mindset through his charming anecdotes sprinkled with a hint of sarcasm. In this TED Talk, Shawn explains how we often have positive psychology and happiness backwards and reminds us the value of prioritizing our happiness no matter what our circumstances are. With so much negative media out there, this is a great reminder for older students (see note) to feed their positivity. 

Note: Because of the speaker’s fast pace and the mature nature of some jokes, this talk may not be suitable for younger grades or ELL/ESL students. Previewing beforehand is advised. 

TED Talk Worksheet and Activity Pack - 10 - How Great Leaders Inspire Action

Full Title: Simon Sinek - How great leaders inspire action

Video Source: https://www.ted.com/talks/simon_sinek_how_great_leaders_inspire_action

Total Pages: 4

Description:

Simon Sinek makes the case that all extraordinary people and businesses follow the principles of what he calls the “golden circle.” Based on biology, Simon suggests that extraordinary entities move from the inside outwards, while most conventional businesses move from the outside in. Students will respond to the message that when people begin an endeavor with a topic that they are passionate about, the possibilities are endless. 

Instructions For This Bundle:

Prepare the video and worksheets as well as any other activity in the package you decide on before class. An assortment of pre-watch and post-watch activities have been included as bonus material for you to mix and match. There are many different kinds of supplementary activities, so scanning through the additional ideas in other activity packs for additional ideas will add even more value to your lesson.

*Intended as a lesson-planning tool and for use in the classroom.

*Not for resale.