select video and write a paper
Choose two of the following TED talks (maximum of 2!). For each talk, write a one page (double spaced) reflection on the talk. No need to summarize the content — I have already seen the videos. No need to follow normal essay rules (e.g., no intro paragraph, no heading). I am interested in your critical analysis of the ideas presented. Assignments will not be graded traditionally. They will receive a “check” or a “check plus,” based on quality of thoughtful analysis. A check is worth additional 2 percentage points on your final quiz average and a check plus is worth 4 points on your final quiz average.
Dan Ariely, Our buggy moral code. (Social psychology researcher who studies cheating behavior.)
https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_ariely_on_our_buggy_moral_code?language=en
Michael Porter, The case for letting business solve social problems. (Business strategy researcher best known for 5 forces framework in competitive environment.)
Ray Anderson, The business logic of sustainability (founder and chairman of one of the largest carpet manufacturers)
https://www.ted.com/talks/ray_anderson_on_the_business_logic_of_sustainability?language=en
Jonathan Haidt, The moral roots of liberals and conservatives (business ethics researcher).
https://www.ted.com/talks/jonathan_haidt_on_the_moral_mind?language=en
Janet Stovall, How to get serious about diversity and inclusion in the workplace (advocate and speechwriter).
