Grit: the power of passion and perseverance - Angela Lee Duckworth

Course highlights

Leaving a high-flying job in consulting, Angela Lee Duckworth took a job teaching math to seventh graders in a New York public school. She quickly realized that IQ wasn't the only thing separating the successful students from those who struggled. Here, she explains her theory of "grit" as a predictor of success.

Key facts

Provider Ted Talk
Course Type Video / Talk
Level Beginner
Pre-requisites No experience needed
Availability On demand
Certification/upgrades Not applicable
Time Commitment

6:09 mins

Assessment No assessment
Platform website
Registration required No registration