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Online Learning
Atif Ur Rahman (Class # 30)Muhammad Tufail Khan (Class # 36)
Hello!
I am Atif Ur Rahman
I am Muhammad Tufail KhanWe are here because we want to tell you about online learning opportunities.
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Contents
I. Why learn online?II. Online learning platformsIII. CourseraIV. What will you get in the end?
Why learn online?Learning through internet has become so easy, all it takes is an internet connection and a supporting device. (pc/ smartphone etc).
Learning online■ Makes you independent■ Makes you comfortable searching information online■ Acquire only the skillset which you need■ Will help you a lot with your career as Computer Systems Engineer
“The capacity to learn is a gift; The ability to learn is a skill;
The willingness to learn is a choice.”
-Brian Herbert
How do I start Learning online ?Let’s look into this
There are several organizations which offer online courses. Most of the time, these courses are
■ Affordable■ Authorized by top universities of
the world■ Offer financial aid■ Offer a certificate of completion
These are the most popular online learning platforms:CourseraCourses are authorized by universities and financial aid is offered to the needy students.
EdXSame as coursera but you have to pay to get your certificate of completion.
LyndaIs very popular because of the variety of courses but these aren’t authorized by universities.
CourseraWe prefer Coursera.org – because it actually gives financial aid.
Pay the feeGet instant access to the course material by paying the course fee which is usually between $50 to $100 per course (about 5000 – 10,000 PKR)
To get enrolled in a course on Coursera.org,
Financial AidOr else you can apply for financial aid. But you’ll have to wait for 15 days after applying.
How does it work on Coursera ?
To complete a course, you have to
Submit assignments Pass the quizzes with required grades. Complete assigned project.
My first online course – offered by University of Michigan, USA.
What do I get after all this?
You can start freelancing after mastering the skills required in your area of interest.
Start Freelancing
Master the skillsLearn
Thanks!
Any questions?