The expression "Who wants, seeks opportunities, who does not want - excuses," is the best suited to describe modern realities. Now it’s easier for people to change their fate. In order to learn a new specialty, it is not necessary to graduate from a university, in order to learn something new, you do not need to go to the library. Everything you need can be found on the Internet, for example, on YouTube.
Learn English or learn the basics of programming? Learn to take pictures or become a successful SMM specialist? Everything is possible, and the best sites for self-education and self-development will help in this. Of course, you will have to make every effort, independent study involves the presence of willpower and a great desire to improve.
10. Lingualeo
English is now very popular, so on the Internet you can find a great many sites with which you can enhance your knowledge. Lingualeo is one of the best. It is presented as an effective service for the boring learning of English. The educational platform is built on game mechanics. Each user is accompanied by a lion cub Leo, whom he will have to feed. To do this, you need to earn meatballs - to memorize new words and expressions. Thus, learning a language turns into an exciting process.
A large collection of texts, audio recordings, songs in English, including subtitles. It is possible to quickly find material of any complexity.
A paid subscription is available on the site, there are limitations in the free version. Pleasant prices, for example, access to advanced resources of the resource will cost no more than 2 thousand a year. Thanks to the Lingualeo mobile app, you can learn English anytime, anywhere.
9. Arzamas
Educational project in the humanities: literature, art, philosophy, anthropology, etc. It is not difficult to become a cultured person, you just need to visit Arzamas. Lessons are short videos. To learn a new topic, it will take no more than 15 minutes. There are other ways of presenting material: audio recordings, lectures, articles. On the site you can find a lot of interesting things: archival documents, reviews, various recommendations.
It will be useful not only for adults, there is a "Children's room". Parents who do not know what to do with their child will find a ton of ideas. Busy people can install the Arzamas Radio mobile app and listen to it at any convenient time. If you pay for a subscription, there will be even more opportunities - access to closed materials and courses.
8.4brain
An online project that sets a unique task - to develop useful skills. Good memory, oratory - it seems that some people are endowed with such talents from birth. No one thinks that they can be formed independently. A huge number of courses on various topics, but they have one goal - self-improvement. Profiling, cognitive science, building relationships, self-knowledge ...
Unfortunately, most courses are paid, but the price is not high. They include theoretical and practical tasks, it is possible to communicate with other participants in the training. At the end of the course, certificates are issued, and all materials are given for personal use. So this is a good investment in yourself. All the skills that users get can be used in real life.
7. Stepic
The Russian educational platform is an extensive collection of materials on the study of various sciences.
Items:
- maths,
- Informatics,
- statistics,
- humanitarian sciences,
- social Sciences
- natural Sciences.
Stepic is aimed at schoolchildren, students and novice professionals. The purpose of the site is to make education open and convenient. Online courses are created by educational institutions, companies and authors. After graduation, you can get supporting documents. Advanced users can independently create educational courses and train others.
6. Arthive
A site for fans of art, a community of creative people who are not indifferent to the beautiful, connoisseurs of painting. At Arthive you can buy your favorite picture or a whole collection, present your work, chat with like-minded people. Of course, this site is not for everyone, but everyone can learn something new here, enjoy the paintings, get acquainted with the biographies of artists. Yes, his target audience is limited, but not everyone is interested in politics and gossip. There are many much finer things in the world.
5. DAREBEE
Those who are not indifferent to science and art, but are crazy about sports, will not stand aside. An international fitness resource will help to put in order not only thoughts, but also the body. But just before starting the classes, you need to learn the basics. Proper nutrition, exercises, useful articles, recipes, a description of the problems encountered by beginners, and their solutions.
There is no advertising on the site; it exists at the expense of user donations. Information is provided by volunteers and fitness enthusiasts. All on a voluntary basis, but this does not mean that the information is not verified. They are thoroughly researched and tested. Thematic weeks, workouts of the day, your own community where you can chat with other athletes and find motivation for further action. DAREBEE is a very useful and interesting resource.
4. Masters
Website in Russian for self-education of future businessmen. If you have a dream about your own business or want to realize a promising business idea, be sure to check out the “Masters”. Many free online courses on various topics. How to open your own bar, workshop or hostel? How to organize a festival, come up with your own jewelry brand? On the site you can find answers to various questions. Moreover, it is possible not only to listen to lectures, but also to take an internship in large Russian or international companies. Of course, you have to work. If you want to achieve results, forget about laziness. First you will need to listen to lectures, complete all intermediate tasks. Experts make a decision based on the results of the final task - a kind of exam. The lucky ones will be able to see the business from the inside, understand the features of Russian entrepreneurship or get acquainted with world trends.
3. Photo monster
Most people are confident that a photographer is a creative profession. Any specialist will confirm that in reality it is painstaking work. If you once dreamed of taking pictures, but there is no way to study at the institute, “Photo Monster” will help you understand the basics of this profession. Even if you still don’t decide to change your occupation, learn to take cool photos. The information is available, understandable and, importantly, free. First you have to get acquainted with the basics.
Here are the answers to a wide variety of questions:
- How to choose the right equipment?
- How to develop a professional look and avoid cliches?
- How to find your own style?
- How to process a photo?
Lessons of wedding, studio, children's photography, video lessons. The information will be useful not only for beginners, experienced specialists will find many interesting recommendations here.
2. 1day1step
Of course, in this collection there was a place for the site, thanks to which you can get a new profession. Of course, remote, because every second dream of a free schedule and high rewards. “1day1step” includes various trainings and courses, there is one big drawback - most of them are paid. It is worth noting that prices are affordable. Design, contextual and targeted advertising, photoshop - that's not all, the list of professions is impressive.
Training lasts an average of two months, at the end they issue a certificate. So there is every chance to learn a new specialty and change your life. For those who do not want to invest in their education, there is also a lot of interesting things here. There are free courses, but they give only the basis. If you have not decided on your future profession, you can undergo free testing. No matter what form of training you choose, in order to achieve high results, you will have to make every effort.
1. Universarium
An open educational platform aimed at different audiences. Age criteria from 16 to 65. At the Universarium, teachers from leading universities in the country teach. Here you can get additional education, take courses at Russian universities (Moscow State University, MIPT, etc.). A lot of subjects - about 40. Exact and natural sciences, computer science and programming, cinema, psychology, art ...
Any course consists of modules, which lasts no more than one week. Lectures, video lessons, articles. There are two training options: listening to video lectures or full-time training with homework. In the second case, at the end of the course, supporting documents are issued.
Universarium is not only general subject courses, but also highly specialized ones. Chinese folklore or an introduction to the practice of mindfulness, the creation of a home multi-studio, Russian cuisine, the choice of ideas for business. Here everyone will find something for everyone to enjoy, have a great time and learn a lot.
