TED-Ed Lessons: Curated Videos for Critical Thinking

Resource overview:
TED-Ed offers short, animated videos on a wide range of topics, often paired with quizzes and discussion questions. The lessons are excellent for engaging students and prompting critical thinking. The short, sharp nature of the videos mean they are engaging and prompt student reflection. 

In the classroom:
Teachers can use TED-Ed lessons to introduce new topics or spark discussion. For instance, a Year 8 Geography class could watch a video about climate change impacts, then answer guided questions or debate solutions.

Five features teachers may find useful:

• Engaging, professional-quality animations.

• Ready-made lesson plans and questions.

• Supports flipped classroom approaches.

• Wide range of HaSS-relevant topics.

• Free and accessible online.

Australian Curriculum links:

• Year 7: AC9HS7S06 – Communicate ideas using a variety of formats.

• Year 9: AC9HS9S06 – Analyse data and communicate findings in a structured format.