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The Healing Power of Reading

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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TED Courses Storytelling Courses Literacy Courses Personal Growth Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the transformative power of reading and writing in this 18-minute TED Talk. Discover how author Michelle Kuo's experience teaching reading skills to students in the Mississippi Delta revealed the profound ability of the written word to bridge gaps and foster connections. Examine the potential of literacy to act as a courageous tool for self-discovery and interpersonal understanding, while also considering its limitations. Gain insights into the impact of education on personal growth and community development through Kuo's compelling narrative.

Syllabus

The healing power of reading | Michelle Kuo


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TED

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