Unfortunately, there is a traditional stigma regarding formal education and the perceived value that the framed piece of parchment paper holds. And the college with an unrivaled reputation that amasses the best brainpower perpetuates the notion that no other educational source can parallel it.

What hasn’t quite fallen into the norms of effective learning is exactly what TED provides it’s audience. It’s the folks in the trenches, the innovators and the free-thinkers who are willing to expound their knowledge and experience on the very people who are eager to go out and implement parts of the lecture into their lives.

Until change occurs, even in those most resistant, traditional perceptions will remain.

Melissa