Books that are also films are a wonderful choice for discussions that can help you learn. The nonprofit organization TED has been spreading ideas with short videos (usually around 18 minutes) of amazing speakers since 1984. Some of these speakers have also written books with more information to help you Thrive, Expand, and Develop! A TED Talk book discussion group is a great way to Transform, Explore, and Discover with many interesting topics, including: Technology, Education, Design, Science, Health, Psychology, Communication, Motivation, Happiness, Creativity, Art, Business, and more.
Below is a spreadsheet of TED speakers who are also authors. A link to a speaker page at TED.com is provided when available, which gives information about the person and links to TED talks. In the next column the title links to the book on Amazon. These are affiliate links that may provide a small commission to the Daily PlanIt, which helps to maintain the website. Search for availability at a local library with Worldcat. Links to the video are provided in the final column, when possible at TED.com (which has fewer ads) or if not found there at Youtube.com. The Google Spreadsheet can also be viewed here.
Discussion Questions
• Message: What is the main idea? Can you describe it in one word?
• Information: Did you learn about a new idea? Gain a helpful insight? Was it surprising? Backed with evidence? Is it accurate, objective, and timely?
• Speaker/Author: Are they an authority? Do they communicate the idea clearly? Other books or talks? Comparisons?
• Style: Is it interesting and engaging? Do they use conversational language? Present authentically with confidence? Use gestures and entertaining stories? Is it organized and easy to follow?
• Impact: Is it memorable and inspiring? Did it make you feel? Change your actions or opinions?
• Notable highlights & challenges: Best parts? Any problems with it?
• Observations: Did graphics or visuals enhance the book or presentation?
• Suggestions: Would you recommend it to others? Make changes to it?
Links
• TED Talks with books Pinterest board
• TED Talk books Pinterest board
• TED books at TED.com
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