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X @Nick Szabo
Nick Szabo· 2025-11-13 14:26
RT Lomez (@L0m3z)For those who don't know, the UCs (like many large public universities) are basically a three tier institution inclusive of:1. World class training for the most competent, Ivy-level kids from good California high schools (predictable mix of white/asian/hispanic/black students)2. Credentialing mill for the children of China's nouveau riche3. High-school extension for "historically underrepresented minorities" (a completely fake designation meant to exclude Asians) from bad public schools who ...
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-11-13 03:04
Hong Kong wants to build a Harvard with Chinese characteristics https://t.co/uuXPCK9K2Y ...
Benim Yolculuğum | 2025 | Oğuzhan Özkaya | TEDxReset
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-12 17:12
Merhabalar herkese. Ben Oğuzhan Özkaya. Burada sizlere hayallerini öğrencileriyle gerçekleştiren bir eğitimcinin hayat hikayesinden bahsedeceğim. Aksaray'ın Ortöy ilçesi 80 Uşağı köyünde doğdum. Çocukluk hayalim olan öğretmenlik mesleğini yapmanın mutluluğu içerisindeyim. Daha 12-13 yaşındayken 7. sınıfta öğretmen olmaya karar verdim. Dediler ki öğretmen liseleri var sınavla alıyor. Hemen hazırlandım. Aksaray öğretmen lisesi kazandım. Dört yıl yatılı okudum. Öğretmen lisesi bittikten sonra üniversitede 7 te ...
Rewrite your Script: A Journey Beyond Limits | Dr.Amrita Rajpal | TEDxYouth@JPSRanebennur
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-12 16:44
Overcoming Societal Barriers - In the 1980s in India, less than 33% of women could read or write, and only about 2% attained a college degree [2][3] - More than 50% of the female population in India was married by the age of 18, often ending their education and career aspirations [3] - The speaker highlights the societal pressures surrounding divorce and remarriage, particularly the judgment and shame associated with it [4][15] Personal Transformation and Empowerment - Education is emphasized as a transformative force, capable of changing lives and providing a sense of purpose [7][8] - The speaker's personal journey includes pursuing education at 36, completing graduation at 40, post-graduation at 50, and receiving an honorary doctorate at 54 [9][12] - Divorce is presented as a means of regaining dignity, while remarriage offers an opportunity for love and joy [16] Career and Purpose - The speaker's career began with limited conditions, working in a preschool with a 3 PM curfew, which became a motivator [17] - Over three decades, the speaker established over 200 preschools, trained thousands of teachers, and authored books on early childhood education [19] - Barriers are framed as opportunities for growth and stepping stones towards building bridges for oneself and others [21][22] Challenging Societal Norms - The speech challenges the pressure to conform to societal timelines for education, career, and marriage [23] - Reinvention is presented as evolution, encouraging individuals to embrace new identities and discover hidden parts of themselves [25] - The core message emphasizes that it's never too late to overcome barriers and pursue one's dreams, urging listeners not to stay silent or be confined by others' expectations [26][27]
X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-11-11 20:20
Changes in relative levels of education explain some of the increase in singlehood in Western countries, but not all of it. Another part of the explanation lies in technology https://t.co/gOsQNuLzmv ...
I Was Only Kidding | Mikayla Madu | TEDxSaltwater P9 College Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-11 17:54
[Applause] Have you ever found yourself the butt of a joke. More specifically, a racial joke. Everyone around you is laughing and everyone expects you to laugh, too.But it's happened so many times that you genuinely can't think it's a joke anymore. In fact, let me ask you a better question. What comes to mind when you hear the word racism.Someone saying the n-word, someone calling a person of color a slave, or even making monkey gestures at them, blatant, in yourrface racism. But racism isn't always so dire ...
Educate Her, Empower the Future | Abdul'ahad Dalhat | TEDxZaria
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-11 17:21
[Music] [Applause] I am a poet, a storyteller. London, China. It's not even a cliche that when you educate a girl, you educate a nation.A girl does not belong to the society for domestication. She belongs to the community for developmental solution. Girls belong to society as an institution.They are not looking for a buyer. What they look for is that every child is to lift something higher. Cha.Behind every successful man, there is a woman supporting his mission. And behind every successful community, there ...
Walking Away to Walk Ahead | Dhairya Gangwani | TEDxSVIET | Dhairya Gangwani | TEDxSVIET
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-11 16:33
Career & Education Industry Insights - Many individuals find themselves questioning their career paths, especially when feeling unfulfilled in traditional roles [1] - The speaker initially followed a conventional path, prioritizing education and job security as emphasized by their family [1] - The speaker challenged societal norms by choosing a field of study (Electronics and Communication Engineering) that aligned with their interests rather than parental expectations (Computer Science) [2] - The speaker explored various career options through 25+ internships to identify their strengths and interests within management [3][4] - Consulting emerged as a suitable career path, leveraging communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and interpersonal skills [4] - The speaker overcame challenges in securing a consulting role due to their engineering background and lower salary expectations [5] - The COVID-19 pandemic provided an opportunity for reflection and the discovery of social media's potential for career coaching [5] - The speaker utilized LinkedIn to share career advice, addressing the challenges faced by students transitioning to online learning and job searching [5] - The speaker's efforts led to collaborations with leading colleges and startups, offering paid career coaching sessions [5] - The speaker emphasized the importance of listening to one's inner voice and believing in one's path, even when facing societal pressures and doubts [7][8]
From Dreams to Reality: Empowering Young Innovators Through Education | Afnan Ali | TEDxASPU
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-10 17:24
Vision & Inspiration - The speaker's dream, conceived as a university student, was to establish a research center to empower children as inventors and innovators [1] - The speaker's visit to Silicon Valley in 2011 highlighted the gap in research and development between the East and West, reinforcing the need to focus on technology education for children [1] - The speaker's mission became to educate children in science and technology through the academy [1] Academy's Impact - Eureka Academy for Technological Education was founded, turning the dream into reality [1] - The academy expanded to two branches within a year of its founding [1] - The academy has impacted 10,000 children in the Kingdom, viewing each as a unique project and a seed for future growth [1] Overcoming Challenges & Achieving Success - Establishing a private project involves significant responsibility, team management, and long working hours, especially in the early years [1] - The speaker found motivation in the impact on children's minds and spirits, witnessing their excitement upon achieving success [1] - The story of Nizar, who persevered through the night to program his robot, exemplifies the dedication and positive stubbornness fostered by the academy [1] - Hazem, a child with hearing and speech difficulties who faced bullying, gained confidence and became a hero in his school through his inventions and achievements [1] Call to Action - Only 3% of the world's population plans for the future, and they tend to have more opportunities for wealth, happiness, and resilience [1] - The speaker encourages the audience to write down their dreams and aspirations for the next 10 years (until 2035) and strive to make a difference in the world [1]
Learning Beyond Time: Honoring Wisdom, Shaping the Future | Dr. Lina AlMarestani | TEDxAlBateen
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-10 16:57
[Music] [Applause] Your highnesses, your excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, it's an absolute pleasure to be amongst you all to discuss us a very important topic which is the future of our education. Today when we look at what it is that learning beyond time means we marvel because as you heard the many talks this morning yes we are at a crossroad our times are very different and let me now take you through that journey. If you would allow me, I'd ask all of you to close your eyes and ...