11 big questions, 11 one-minute answers

From AI to outer space to the science of success, explore these short MIT videos that deliver big insights.

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How far away is space? Can AI agents really outthink large language models? What plays a bigger role in success — hard work or luck? Explore these and other big questions in just one minute each with this collection of short videos from MIT Open Learning. And when you’re ready to go deeper, check out the full courses and resources on MIT Learn.

Discover how far away space is.

Uncover how large language models (LLMs) compare with AI agents.

Understand what makes us successful.

Find out if ChatGPT can plan your retirement.

Explore the evolution of work.

Get creative with the art of bladesmithing.

Learn how generative AI models are getting better — and fast.

Understand if generative AI is a general purpose technology.

Compare the 17th century microscope with a modern electron microscope.

Get to know soft robotics.

See what it’s like to ride a rocket into space.

For more one-minute videos, visit MIT Open Learning’s YouTube channel.