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November 2016
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Ten Top MOOC Picks for November
Every month we scour the MOOC platforms to hand pick a collection of great free online courses for you to consider. Find courses in computer science, business, arts & humanities, sciences and more.
Begin Programming: Build Your First Mobile Game
By The University of Reading via FutureLearn
Starts October 31st
Learn basic Java programming by developing a simple mobile game that you can run on your computer, Android phone, or tablet.
By The University of Reading via FutureLearn
Starts October 31st
Learn basic Java programming by developing a simple mobile game that you can run on your computer, Android phone, or tablet.
Supply Chain Analytics
By Massachusetts Institute of Technology via edX
Starts November 2nd
Master and apply the core methodologies used in supply chain analysis and modeling, including statistics, regression, optimization and probability – part of the MITx Supply Chain Management MicroMasters Credential.
By Massachusetts Institute of Technology via edX
Starts November 2nd
Master and apply the core methodologies used in supply chain analysis and modeling, including statistics, regression, optimization and probability – part of the MITx Supply Chain Management MicroMasters Credential.
Machine Learning
By Stanford University via Coursera
Starts October 31st
Learn about the most effective machine learning techniques, and gain practice implementing them and getting them to work for yourself.
By Stanford University via Coursera
Starts October 31st
Learn about the most effective machine learning techniques, and gain practice implementing them and getting them to work for yourself.
English for the Workplace
By The British Council via FutureLearn
Starts October 31st
This course for learners of English helps you with the language you need to find a job and successfully function in the workplace.
The following courses have been selected to help you start your own business. Although many are part of Learning Pathways offered by the platform delivering the courses, each individual course can still be accessed for free.
By The British Council via FutureLearn
Starts October 31st
This course for learners of English helps you with the language you need to find a job and successfully function in the workplace.
Free online courses to help you start your own business
The following courses have been selected to help you start your own business. Although many are part of Learning Pathways offered by the platform delivering the courses, each individual course can still be accessed for free.
Starting a Business 1: Vision and Opportunity
University of Leeds via FutureLearn
Starts November 7th
This course is the first in a series of six about ‘starting a business’.
Whether you have an idea for a venture in the future or you already have a side-line business whilst studying, this course will help you consider your vision and explore the opportunities available.
University of Leeds via FutureLearn
Starts November 7th
This course is the first in a series of six about ‘starting a business’.
Whether you have an idea for a venture in the future or you already have a side-line business whilst studying, this course will help you consider your vision and explore the opportunities available.
Becoming an Entrepreneur
MIT via edX
Curious about entrepreneurship, but not sure where to start? Learn from MIT’s entrepreneurship program, MIT Launch, which is geared toward high school and college students, but applicable to budding entrepreneurs of any age. In just six weeks, build the mindset and acquire the tools, skills and knowledge to start your own venture.
MIT via edX
Curious about entrepreneurship, but not sure where to start? Learn from MIT’s entrepreneurship program, MIT Launch, which is geared toward high school and college students, but applicable to budding entrepreneurs of any age. In just six weeks, build the mindset and acquire the tools, skills and knowledge to start your own venture.
Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset: First Step Towards Success
Michigan State University via Coursera
Starts November 7th
Part of a 6-course series, the How to Start Your Own Business Specialization
This course is the first in a series on starting a business. Though new venture creation is the focus of the specialization, this course is important for everyone. It provides learners with insights to reframe their thinking in order to maximize their chances for success. Whether success is defined by the performance of their own venture, or by their performance within someone else’s venture. The course is as much, if not more about fulfilling one's potential as it is about one starting a business.
Michigan State University via Coursera
Starts November 7th
Part of a 6-course series, the How to Start Your Own Business Specialization
This course is the first in a series on starting a business. Though new venture creation is the focus of the specialization, this course is important for everyone. It provides learners with insights to reframe their thinking in order to maximize their chances for success. Whether success is defined by the performance of their own venture, or by their performance within someone else’s venture. The course is as much, if not more about fulfilling one's potential as it is about one starting a business.
Discover Online Learning Platforms
In every month's Newsletter, we will be showcasing one of our reviewed Online Learning Platforms to help you discover the best platforms for your needs.
"Quality course extracts from the Open University"
OpenLearn is the Open University's access point for its open and free online resources, with the aim of providing free online education, open to anyone, anywhere in the world. The courses operate on four levels - introductory, intermediate, advanced and masters – and include interactive tools, video, games, podcasts, articles and quizzes.
Best for: Higher education Students, General Interest
Subjects: Arts & Humanities, Sciences, Technology, Social Sciences, Business & Finance, Languages, Education, Sport
Type of learning: Academic
Course type: Mostly Self-paced free courses
Languages: English
Certification: Statement of Participation Read more...
OpenLearn is the Open University's access point for its open and free online resources, with the aim of providing free online education, open to anyone, anywhere in the world. The courses operate on four levels - introductory, intermediate, advanced and masters – and include interactive tools, video, games, podcasts, articles and quizzes.
Best for: Higher education Students, General Interest
Subjects: Arts & Humanities, Sciences, Technology, Social Sciences, Business & Finance, Languages, Education, Sport
Type of learning: Academic
Course type: Mostly Self-paced free courses
Languages: English
Certification: Statement of Participation Read more...
Meet some of our new Study Buddies
Main Subject Category : Computer Science
Goal : Professional development
Preferred language : ENGLISH
Level of Knowledge : Expert
Preferred study time : Evening
Study Buddy subject : web design
About me : WEB DELELOPER AND DESIGNER
Goal : Professional development
Preferred language : ENGLISH
Level of Knowledge : Expert
Preferred study time : Evening
Study Buddy subject : web design
About me : WEB DELELOPER AND DESIGNER
Main Subject Category : Life Sciences
Goal : Personal development
Preferred language : English
Level of Knowledge : Some knowledge
Preferred study time : Evening
Study Buddy subject : Behavioral Science
About me : Just starting need someone to communicate with. Motivated to learn and very open to received info
Goal : Personal development
Preferred language : English
Level of Knowledge : Some knowledge
Preferred study time : Evening
Study Buddy subject : Behavioral Science
About me : Just starting need someone to communicate with. Motivated to learn and very open to received info
Main Subject Category : Business
Goal : Professional development
Level of Knowledge : Pretty confident
Preferred study time : Evening
Study Buddy subject : Valuation, Equity Research, Financial Analysis, Financial Modelling
About me : I'm passionate about learning & continuous improvement. Love to meet new friends & strive to be accountable & responsible as well as to be a reputable tutor.
Goal : Professional development
Level of Knowledge : Pretty confident
Preferred study time : Evening
Study Buddy subject : Valuation, Equity Research, Financial Analysis, Financial Modelling
About me : I'm passionate about learning & continuous improvement. Love to meet new friends & strive to be accountable & responsible as well as to be a reputable tutor.
Latest News from across the Web
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Udemy Study Discovers That Lack of Learning Opportunities Leaves Half of U.S. Workers Bored or Disengaged on the Job | Business Wire
Can LinkedIn Learning help train your employees? - TechRepublic
3 ways to set students up for success in an online course - eCampus News
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