The Power of Expectations | Dhilan Chopra | TEDxUnionville HS

In his TED talk, Dhilan hopes to discuss how the words and actions of teachers affect student performance through the Pygmalion Effect. Dhilan Chopra is a high school student who balances academic competition, leadership, and athletics. He competes in Public Forum debate, where he develops skills in research, critical thinking, and public speaking. Dhilan is also involved in FBLA and Investment Club, which have shaped his interest in leadership, economics, and strategic decision-making. In addition, he is an active member of Key Club, focusing on service and community engagement. Finally, as an athlete in baseball and golf, Dhilan emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and resilience that extend beyond sports into his academic and leadership pursuits. In his TED talk, Dhilan hopes to discuss how the words and actions of teachers affect student performance through the Pygmalion Effect. 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