Quarantine Survival: Online Learning

In last week’s post, we provided options for keeping in shape physically. This week we’re going to look at how to keep you mind sharp with a number of online learning options. We’re stuck at home, might as well learn a new skill, right?

While many schools and universities are offering students online options for continuing their education, there are also virtual options for career development or just learning for learning’s sake. Coursera has a list of online course options that are free to take or free to audit.

Similarly, Udemy has a listing of almost 200 free courses to balance out your Netflix binge-watching.

Got a public library card? Then most likely you’ll be able to access LinkedIn Learning (aka Lynda.com). Just log into your library website with your library card number and PIN and look for Online Learning Resources and Lynda.com in the navigation.

Once you click through, you’ll be prompted to enter your library card and PIN again. You will then be prompted to set up your profile (name, email) after which you’ll have access to thousands of online videos instructional videos covering the latest software, creative, and business skills. All for free!

For more online learning resources, check out this comprehensive list courtesy of Medium.com (free resources are indicated with an *).

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