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Top Platforms Offering Free Online Courses
Top Platforms Offering Free Online Courses
1. Coursera
- What it offers: University-level courses from institutions like Stanford, Yale, and Google
- Free features: Audit courses (videos, readings) for free; pay for certificates
- Website: coursera.org
2. edX
- What it offers: Courses from Harvard, MIT, and others
- Free features: Audit options available; verified certificates cost extra
- Website: edx.org
3. Khan Academy
- What it offers: K–12 and early college level courses in math, science, history, and more
- Completely free
- Website: khanacademy.org
4. Udemy
- What it offers: A wide range of topics including tech, business, and personal development
- Free & paid: Many free courses, but most require payment
- Website: udemy.com
5. FutureLearn
- What it offers: Short courses and programs from UK universities and global institutions
- Free features: Access for a limited time; certificates are paid
- Website: futurelearn.com
6. Alison
- What it offers: Career-focused courses in IT, health, business, and languages
- Free learning: Includes free certificates and diplomas (ads supported)
- Website: alison.com
7. Saylor Academy
- What it offers: Free college-level courses in various disciplines
- Fully free: Includes assessments and certificates
- Website: saylor.org
8. MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW)
- What it offers: Free lecture notes, exams, and videos from real MIT courses
- Completely free and open
- Website: ocw.mit.edu
9. Harvard Online Learning
- What it offers: Free and paid courses from Harvard University
- Free courses available via edX or Harvard’s own platform
- Website: online-learning.harvard.edu
10. Codecademy (Free Tier)
- What it offers: Interactive coding lessons in Python, HTML, JavaScript, and more
- Free & Pro options: Core lessons are free; projects and quizzes require Pro
- Website: codecademy.com
Top Platforms Offering Free Online Courses
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