TED Masterclass Blog

Communication vs pontification: How to tell the difference

Best Practices

We tend to craft our communication around our own opinions about what’s important, when in fact we should prioritize conveying meaning to our audience.

You asked, we listened: TED Masterclass is now available on desktop

Announcement

The team behind TED Masterclass has heard one piece of feedback from users above all others. It goes something like this: “I hate typing on my phone”. This is why we're very pleased to announce that TED Masterclass is now available as a web app, adapted for users to enjoy on their laptops and desktops.

How TED Masterclass is helping businesses communicate

Announcement

The ability to effectively communicate, while once considered a “soft skill,” is now recognized as an essential skill needed to succeed in any field. This is where TED Masterclass for Business comes in.

5 essential preparation steps for a successful presentation

Best Practices

Leaving nothing to chance, great presenters prove quite methodical as they prepare. Here’s a checklist for everything you need to keep in mind before your next presentation.

TED speakers' secrets to great public speaking

Resources

Do you have a big presentation coming up for work? Are you just looking to learn a new skill? You don’t have to be a naturally charismatic orator to tell compelling stories, but a few tips can go a long way to help you share your ideas in the most engaging way possible.

The #1 rule for improving your presentation slides

Best Practices

When giving presentations, either on a video conference call or in person, your slides, videos and graphics (or lack of them) can be an important element in helping you tell your story or express your idea. This is the first of a series of blog posts that will give you tips and tricks on how to perfect your visual presentations.

Become a better presenter -- with a little help from your friends

Best Practices

Getting useful feedback can be a critical step in developing an effective presentation - it can also be harder to find than you might expect…

What’s the difference between the TED Masterclass app and Chris Anderson’s TED Talks book?

Common Questions

While the TED Masterclass course is based on Chris Anderson’s TED Talks book, there are some key benefits to the course that makes your learning experience more hands on.