Our educational system may be screening out creative people in the fields of art, music, science, and computer programming. The question I wish to ask is: what would happen to the great innovators such as Einstein or Michelangelo in today’s educational system? Educators need to understand that they have different kinds of minds. 

Temple Grandin is a professor of animal science and a designer of livestock handling systems.  Her equipment designs and animal welfare guidelines have been used around the world. She is also autistic, and her visual thinking skills helped her understand animals. 

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Temple Grandin: Educating different kinds of minds | Temple Grandin | TEDxCSU

Educating different kinds of minds | Temple Grandin | TEDxCSU

Professor of Animal Science, Colorado State University

Exploring the power of visual thinking, reveals how unique minds solved vital problems, like the non-verbal genius behind the lunar landing.

A call to embrace diverse minds in education, showcasing how visual thinkers like Michelangelo could be misunderstood today.

Highlighting the undervalued potential of hands-on learning and skilled trades in fueling innovation and solving real-world challenges.