Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates is a bonafide TED Talks fan. Some of his favorite episodes include those about polio, reinventing education, introverts, robots, and the history of our world. This discussion-based course will delve into the topics and ideas included in several of his most admired TED Talks. In advance of class, participants will be asked to view two TED Talks then log into class prepared to share their observations and opinions.