π Top MOOC Platforms (Best Overall)
π 1. Coursera
- One of the largest and most respected MOOC platforms in the world.
- Offers courses, specializations, professional certificates, and even full online degrees from top universities (Stanford, Yale, University of London) and companies (Google, IBM).
- Courses often free to audit (pay only for certificates).
Notable courses:
- Machine Learning (Andrew Ng)
- Google IT Support
- IBM Data Science
- Business Foundations (Wharton)
(These are among the most popular and career-boosting MOOCs.)
π 2. edX
- Founded by MIT and Harvard, edX delivers university-level MOOCs with strong academic rigor.
- Offers MicroMasters, MicroBachelors, Professional Certificates, and full degrees.
- Most courses can be audited for free.
Notable course:
- CS50: Introduction to Computer Science β Harvardβs flagship beginning CS course, one of the most popular MOOCs ever.
π¬π§ 3. FutureLearn
- UK-based platform with courses from international universities and industry partners.
- Good for social learning, humanities, business, healthcare, and professional development.
π€ 4. Udacity
- Focuses on career-oriented tech skills (AI, Data Science, Cloud, Programming).
- Known for Nanodegree programs co-developed with tech companies.
π Other Valuable MOOC Options
π 5. Khan Academy
- Completely free and excellent for foundational learning (math, science, economics), popular among learners of all ages.
π 6. OpenSAP
- Enterprise-focused MOOCs (often free), great for learning SAP, business tech, and professional development.
π§ 7. XuetangX
- Major MOOC platform originated in China, offering thousands of courses (English & Chinese).
π 8. LinkedIn Learning
- Not strictly a traditional MOOC platform but widely recommended for competency-based professional courses and certifications.