Malawian inventor William Kamkwamba recounts how, at 14, he built a windmill from scrap to save his village during famine—proof that grit and ingenuity can transform adversity. This How I Harnessed the Wind TED Talk analysis guide helps teachers turn Duckworth's research into an engaging lesson.
His five‑minute narrative ignites STEM curiosity and global citizenship, showing students that self‑taught science and perseverance can power real‑world change.
What You Get
Complete Teacher Guide (~9 pages, Google Doc/PDF)
Editable Student Worksheet (15‑slide Google Slides/PPTX)
20‑question self‑graded Google Forms quiz & answer keys
Using this How I Harnessed the Wind TED Talk analysis guide
Before viewing, brainstorm renewable‑energy challenges. Play the talk, then lead a design‑thinking carousel where teams sketch improvements to William’s prototype, grounding ideas in textual evidence.
DISCLAIMER: This worksheet and question set for the TED Talk “How I Harnessed the Wind” (2009) is independently compiled for classroom use. It is not endorsed by TED or William Kamkwamba and is provided solely under fair‑use educational guidelines.
