Do you want to continue learning outside of class or pick up a new skill? Well, the internet is a great start because it hosts millions of free online resources (and still counting!) so there is a good chance that you will find whatever it is you’re looking for.
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In this pursuit, I have scoured the entire web to compile a list of resources that can meet the needs of every student. So whether you’re stuck on a physics problem or need help writing a line of code there is something for you.
Here are my top 5 picks:
- Google CS First (Coding)
Honorable Mentions: Code, Codecademy, Code for Life, Micro:bit
Learning to code has never been this easy! Google CS First offers a curriculum for all types of learners at no cost and no previous experience needed. You will also have the option to learn with your class or individually but either way it’s a win-win situation so I recommend you give it a try.
- PhET Interactive Simulations (Science) *embed into article
Honorable Mentions: Atlas Obscura, Futurism, Gizmodo, Khan Academy, Nature, Pacific Standard
PhET Interactive Simulations is one of the best science and math-based resources I have ever seen. It was developed by a physics Nobel laureate to teach STEM online using empirically supported methods, simulations, and hands-on learning. Better yet, it’s completely free!
- Numerade (Math)
Honorable Mentions: Khan Academy, CanFigureIt Geometry
Do you need help with math or science? If so, then Numerade is just for you! Users will have access to detailed video lessons and step-by-step solutions to more than 600,000 problem sets, which are all taught by instructors from top-ranked universities (e.g., Caltech).
- Coursera (Learning)
Honorable Mentions: edX, TED Ed
Coursera is a learning platform that provides high-quality courses developed by elite universities (e.g., Columbia, Princeton, Yale) and big-name tech companies (e.g., Amazon, Google, IBM). Everything is completely free so this is an excellent opportunity for those who have barriers to education such as geographic location or costs of tuition.
- Annenberg Classroom (History) *the best I have ever seen
Honorable Mentions: Big History Project, PBS Learning Media, Stanford History Education Group
If you’re a history buff like me then you will definitely love the award-winning Annenberg Classroom. This website teaches history in a fun and engaging way through videos, games, and books. I recommend playing LawCraft because it teaches players the importance of Congress and its civic duty to the American people.
* = Highly recommended
