The global learning crisis -- and what to do about it

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November 3, 2017 Today's TED Talk The global learning crisis -- and what to do about it 15:09 minutes · TED@BCG Milan The most important infrastructure we have is educated minds, says former Tunisian government minister Amel Karboul. Yet too often large investments go to more visible initiatives such as bridges and roads, when it's the minds of our children that will really create a brighter future. In this sharp talk, she shares actionable ideas to ensure that every child is in school -- and learning -- within just one generation. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Re-imagining school All over the world, there's growing consensus that our education systems are broken. These educators share big ideas on how we might re-imagine school. Watch » 10 talks · Total run time 2:49:42 NEW ON IDEAS.TED.COM Can you teach a computer to be funny? Here’s one example of a machine-generated joke: “Why did the chicken cross the road? To see the punchline.” Learn about the work that scientists are doing to make AI more LOL. Read more »   Download the TED app

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