Massive open online course

Hi! have you ever heard about MOOC? It's a modern way to get an education and a great opportunity to enhance your knowledge in different spheres.  

A massive open online course is an online course aimed at unlimited participation and open access via the web.

Educational startups Coursera, edX, and Udacity are among the largest providers of college-level MOOCs and other high-quality video courses.

More than 50 million online learners worldwide (and counting) are using these platforms to train themselves in subjects ranging from computer science to business.

Some General Comments About Online Course Portals

1. Differences in Quality: Big differences exist between individual providers and courses. There seems to be a correlation with the reputation of the university: Harvard produces high-quality content not just on campus, but also online. 

2. Fees: Individual courses are often accessible for free. If you enroll in a course series or if you need a certificate, you will be required to pay. Prices are usually below $100 per course.

3. Certificates: Online certificates are not a university degree, but they can be useful for job applications and to boost your motivation.

4. Discussion Forums: Communicating with other learners can be helpful. It works well with popular courses. 

5. Course Duration: Some courses are designed to last longer than is actually necessary. This means that some MOOCs scheduled for 4-5 weeks can easily be completed within a few days. 

6. Course Language: Most courses on Coursera, edX, and Udacity are offered in English. 

Today I'd like to tell you about the best MOOC, in my opinion. It’s a EdX.

EdX professional education courses are designed to provide working professionals the ability to advance their skill-sets and careers and enhance their resumes without disrupting their busy schedules. Typically running for a few weeks, courses are geared to specific industries or skill sets, with an emphasis on learnings and hands-on scenarios from the field. Focusing on innovation and emerging fields, edX Professional Education courses will prepare you for the 21st-century workplace.

The benefits of edX Professional Education

• Increased marketability in job market. Add new skills and certificates to your resume to increase your attractiveness to future employers.

• On your schedule. Dates are available throughout the year to make sure you have multiple options and flexibility.

• No travel necessary. You no longer need to leave your family and friends or take time off work to go to on-site, more expensive seminars and conferences.

• More affordable. Most courses are at a fraction of the cost of their on-site equivalents.

• Added value. Many of our courses come with Continuing Education Units (CEUs), certifications, tangible products and more all in addition to an institutional branded certificate

You may choose any course for free. Everything you need is just a motivation!

See you soon!