TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages.
Are TED Talks in other languages?
Thanks to our volunteer TED Translators, TED Talks are subtitled in over 100 languages.
Are TED Talks formal?
For example, ''[TED talks represent formal speaking events because] people learn something new.
What is the difference between TED and TEDx talks?
The only thing you have to decide is which to watch first, leading many first-time viewers to ask, “What's the difference between TED and TEDx Talks? Essentially, TED Talks are aimed at a global audience while TEDx talks are designed for smaller, local audiences.
How do I change the language on TED?
- Visit the app profile page by tapping the "person" icon on the bottom right, and open Settings.
- Open Languages.
- Open Subtitle language and choose your language.
- For localization (when available), open App Language and choose your language.
Are TED Talks translated?
The idea of translating TED Talks came about by popular demand. The program launched in 2009, with 300 translations in 40 languages, created by 200 volunteer translators. Today, more than 120,000 translations have been published in 116 languages (and counting), created by more than 33,000 volunteers.
Is TEDx affiliated with TED talks?
TEDx events include live speakers and recorded TED Talks, and are organized independently under a free license granted by TED. These events are not controlled by TED, but event organizers agree to abide by our format, and are offered guidelines for curation, speaker coaching, event organizing and more.
What are TED Talks classified as?
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks (18 minutes or less). TED began in 1984 as a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged, and today covers almost all topics — from science to business to global issues — in more than 100 languages.
How can I learn English TED?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXReWFwMVP8
How many languages is Ted in?
EnglishTed 2 · Ted
Do TED translators get paid?
TED Translations welcome volunteers willing to abide by these terms and conditions: We don't pay translators, but we place great emphasis on crediting. Your name — and a link to your TED profile — will appear on the TED.com talk page of every translation you work on.
Are TED Talks transcribed?
To access a transcript, click the Transcript button underneath the video player. If the talk has been translated into a certain language, you'll be able to view the transcript in that language by clicking the drop-down menu and selecting it from the list.
Who goes to Ted Talks?
Attendance at TED is by application, and the attendees — scientists, CEOs, designers, intellectuals, entrepreneurs, artists — are as extraordinary as the speakers. TED's success is in bringing together the world's most remarkable people across many fields.
What is TED searching for?
We're looking for ideas worth spreading — that's our mission! We're looking for ideas that are new, unique, and can offer an insight or a new way of thinking to a very large audience. A TED Talk usually has a topic and an idea.
Are there subtitles for TED Talks?
Simply click the "Share" button on any TEDTalk, select an available language from the drop-down menu, copy the embed code and voilà: the subtitles automatically play on the embedded video.
What is TED talk vs TEDx?
Essentially, TED Talks are aimed at a global audience while TEDx talks are designed for smaller, local audiences.
How do I become a TEDX translator?
- Volunteer translators should be fluently bilingual in both source and target languages.
- Volunteer transcribers should be fluent in the transcription language.
- Volunteer translators and transcribers should be knowledgeable of subtitling best practices.
What is Ted Talk meaning?
technology, entertainment, design
Why do you want to translate for TED?
Why you want to translate/subtitle for TED. Something like "I want to translate for TED because I want to be part of a collaborative community and keep my language skills sharp" is fine. It will ask you to provide a description of your experience in the target language.
What TEDx means?
A TEDx event is a local gathering where live TED-like talks and performances are shared with the community. TEDx events are fully planned and coordinated independently, on a community-by-community basis.