September 2020: School Isn’t Just For Kids

Never Stop Learning!

 

School isn’t just for kids – commit to a spirit of lifelong learning with these activities and online courses.

Activities & Online Courses:

TED-Ed

From the creators of TED Talks, this free platform offers TED Talk videos followed by discussion questions and links to more resources. Lessons dig deeper into subjects related to psychology,
technology, history, math, sociology, and more.

MasterClass

Watch videos from celebrity experts in the fields of filmmaking, cooking, science, business, and more. Each class comes with several lessons to help you dive deep into your topic of choice. Free courses available.

Coursera

University courses at a major discount on academic subjects like humanities, arts, math, languages, etc. More than 4,000 courses available from universities and companies like Yale, University of Pennsylvania, and Google. Free courses available.

Udemy

Offers instructor-led courses on a variety of topics like marketing, information technology, finance, photography, music, and more. Includes audio, video, and text formats. Free courses available.

LinkedIn Learning

Free online classes in business, creativity, law, politics, and
more. Learners can comment and discuss the course together. Some courses can lead to a certificate. Monthly subscription plans are available.

FutureLearn

Free online classes in business, creativity, law, politics, and more. Learners can comment and discuss the course together. Some courses can lead to a certificate. Free with some paid plans available.

 

Lifelong Learning & Your Success!

If you want to achieve success in your life & career, studies show that lifelong learning is the way to go!

The most successful people devote at least 30 minutes per day to education and self-improvement, according to a recent study. In fact, investment leader Warren Buffett spends nearly 80% of his day reading. The world’s wealthiest people all take time to think and reflect for at least 15-30 minutes each day to reduce stress and to process their lives. Reading as a lifelong hobby has been shown to improve memory over time. Online learning can lead to an increase in a business’s engagement, productivity, and revenue.

Commit to Growth

Make learning your mission! Be willing & open to read, explore, and discover new information around you. When you are devoted to constantly improving, your success will follow.

Feed Your Mind

Be intentional with the media you consume. Seek out books, podcasts, and documentaries that inform and challenge you. Look for others who are interested in these subjects, and discuss the material with them.

Invest in Training

It’s tough to learn without switching up your routine. If you’re committed to learning more about something specific, invest in an online course or certification. Don’t be afraid to immerse yourself in opportunities to study and train.