You can take over 1,700 free university courses online now
So you want to upgrade your skills and know-how. Why not go straight to the experts? With Coursera, you can take free university courses online.
Here’s how you can take free Ivy League courses
Thanks to Coursera, you can learn from Ivy League universities. These eight universities are among the best in the world — and their expensive tuition reflects that. If you’ve ever wished you could learn from Harvard, Yale or Princeton professors, you’re in luck.
Did we mention it’s free? Plus, it’s easy to register for a class. Just sign up on Coursera. You can either use your name and email address or your Facebook account. Once logged on, you can search through the 1,700+ free classes available. There are more than 7,000 courses, but they are not all free.
Here are a few potential courses you can take:
You’ll watch pre-recorded videos, participate in activities and take quizzes, just as you would with any university class, whether you’re taking it online or in person. You can search for courses in the Coursera search tool or click Explore.
You can earn a certificate for some classes. Just think about how useful that will be if you seek a job promotion or funding for your startup company.
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Plus, you’re not on your own
You can interact with other students to get help with assignments or debate issues. That means you can connect with other pupils across the country. There are currently more than 50 humanities classes on Coursera, like:
7 best antennas for a clear TV signal
In the age of streaming, broadcast television can seem like a relic. However, with just a simple antenna attached to your TV, you can stream live content in HD from popular networks entirely for free. If crystal-clear programming is what you’re after, though, you’ll need to find the right antenna for you.
How to watch NBC's new streaming service for free
It’s truly an exciting time for people who love streaming TV, and not just because of being at home more often. New streaming services are popping up all the time, which gives us a great selection of programming.
On the other hand, signing up for all of these services means a much bigger cost each month. That’s why it’s a good idea to look for deals that give you access to streaming services for free. For example, there’s a way to get a free year of Disney+. Tap or click here to find out how.