Showing posts with label Online Courses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Online Courses. Show all posts

September 7, 2014

500 Free Online Courses

ALISON is doing something very simple but very significant: providing a free platform and a free package of resources which enable anyone, anywhere, anytime to build up, or brush up, on the knowledge or skills they want. They provide over 500 high-quality, certified, multimedia courses, free to individual learners. They want to do this because they believe education is a basic right for everyone, no matter where in the world they live. They are able to do it because major changes in learning, education and the Internet make it possible. Whatever you see, is free, to you as an individual learner....

October 2, 2013

Job Market Embraces Massive Online Courses (MOOCS)

"Seeking Better-Trained Workers, AT&T, Google and Other Firms Help Design and Even Fund Web-Based College Classes" Big employers such as AT&T Inc. and Google Inc. are helping to design and fund the latest round of low-cost online courses, a development that providers say will open the door for students to earn inexpensive credentials with real value in the job market. New niche certifications being offered by providers of massive open online courses, or MOOCs, are aimed at satisfying employers' specific needs. Available at a fraction of the cost of a four-year degree, they represent...

August 31, 2013

Free Windows Phone 8 Development Course from Microsoft

Are you a web developer who is looking to further your skills?  Microsoft, through their Microsoft Virtual Academy, offers several free on-line courses which will present you with the skills necessary to complete their on-line certification tests.  Here we are focusing on the "Windows Phone 8 Development for Absolute Beginners" course. These are self-paced courses which allow you to train on your schedule. Additional courses are available by visiting the Microsoft Virtual Academy...

August 25, 2013

45 Free Online Courses from Leading Universities

Below is a list of  45 Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) offered by leading universities free of charge. Most of these courses offer “certificates” or “statements of completion,” though typically not university credit. These courses are "evergreen" or open, meaning you can start and complete them whenever you like.  They are perfect for persons who want to prepare for college or just want to educate their mind. (See the key below to understand the credentials offered by each course, and see our MOOC FAQ if you have general questions.) Free Courses Credential Key: CC...