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The self-called comedic cellist singer songwriter charms and entertains in this humorous video that reflects her experience with school and grammar
Alice Doesnt Live There Anymore A short and unique take on family, place and Alice in Wonderland created by Nomi Leasure at the Childrens Museum of Pittsburghs Summer VolunTEENS workshop. AboutTEDx, x=independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Elizabeth Gilbert In this TED Talk, the author of Eat, Pray, Love muses on the impossible things that we expect from artists and explores the idea that instead of the rare person being a genius, all of us having a genius.
Katie Salen Professor of Design and Technology, Parsons New School for Design and Director, the Institute of Play A unique middle school curriculum designed around principles of game-based learning. Canary in the Coalmine -
Dr. Don Marinelli Executive Director, Entertainment Technology Center, Carnegie Mellon University Pulse of the Zeitgeist A funny and insightful summary of the experiences from the TEDx LeadershipPittsburgh weekend. About TEDx, x=independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Dr. Marcel Just and Dr. Tom Mitchell Professor of Psychology and Director, Center for Cognitive Brain Imaging Professor of Computer Science and Director, Machine Learning Department Carnegie Mellon University An introduction to the revolutionary collaboration between psychology and computer science to identify thoughts. About TEDx, x=independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Christine Astorino CEO, fathom Seeing Through the Perspectives of Children Blending art, science and metaphoric research to create an environment within the Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh that connects with the emotions and needs of children About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Dr. Andrew Purves Professor of Reformed Theology, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Discusses the universality of the role and challenges of teachers. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Dr. Vicki Phillips Director of Education for US Programs, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Basing Action on Evidence Concentrating education grants on core issues and quantifiable results. About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Brenda Bakker Harger Entertainment Technology Center, Carnegie Mellon University Improvisation The roles and rules of improvisation in theatre and in life. About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Dr. Cheryl Charles President, and CEO, the Children and Nature Network Advocates bringing children in direct contact with nature to improve creativity, academic performance and self-esteem while fostering a greater love for the Earth. About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Maxwell King, Director, the Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Childrens Media Another Side of Max An unexpected poem highlighting a seldom discussed male ritual. About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Lori Hepner Assistant Professor, Penn State University Status Symbols: A Study in Tweets A unique approach to portrait art that converts tweets into binary code and then into light emitting diodes that create individualized circular representations of the person as described in the tweets. About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Yu-Ling Cheng and Emma Steele Director of Marketing, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Student, Carnegie Mellon School of Music and Concertmaster, CMU Philharmonic About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations) Understanding classical music through dissecting the various levels of a composition by Johann Sebastian Bach
Alberto J. Almarza, Instructor, Pittsburgh High School for the Creative and Performing Arts and Founder Zany Umbrella Circus. Honor the Inner Oddball Enabling children to do what they love. About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Reed Agnew and Don Moyer, Principals, ThoughtForm Writing Backwards Rediscovering visual thinking as a method to radically change how we address and solve problems. About TEDx, x=independently organize event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self- organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x=independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Dr. Stuart Sumida, Professor of Biology, California State University at San Bernardino. Explores the massive intersection between art and science using his backgrounds in paleontology and as the worlds foremost consultant on animal movement for animated films. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Dr. Monica VanDieren, Associate Professor of Mathematics, Robert Morris University. Harnessing a childs mathematical creativity by looking inside a toy box. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Jeffrey Carpenter and Tami Dixon, Founders, Bricolage Production Company. A nostalgic, live radio performance best described as the Prairie Home Companion on Red Bull. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Dr. Ken Koedinger, Professor of Human-Computer Interaction, Carnegie Mellon University. Insight into the incredible potential for the data being collected through educational technologies to understand learning and dramatically improve teaching. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Scilla Wahrhaftig- American Friends Service Committee Through Their Mothers Eyes, With co-presenters Lara Balsam, Eva Mergner and Janet Seltman, Scilla provides a dramatic reading of quotes from American and Iraqi mothers on the impact of war on their children. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Midge Crickett- Sloppy n State Educated and Valedictory, Neither a midge nor a cricket, but rather a human creature who writes silly/sad songs which she sings while accompanying herself on the cello. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
Frans Johansson Author, The Medici Effect Explores the intersection of ideas, concepts and cultures where collisions birth innovations. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
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