Changing My Legs - and My Mindset
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Watch a captivating TED talk from 1998 featuring Paralympic sprinter Aimee Mullins as she discusses her record-setting career and the groundbreaking carbon-fiber prosthetic legs that revolutionized her performance. Discover how these prototype legs not only helped Mullins cross finish lines but also changed her perspective on life and ability. Gain insights into the intersection of technology, sports, and personal growth as Mullins shares her inspiring journey of overcoming challenges and redefining possibilities in the world of athletics. Explore the impact of innovative prosthetics on Paralympic sports and the broader implications for disability rights and human potential.
Syllabus
Aimee Mullins: Changing my legs - and my mindset
Taught by
TED
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