‘Coursera’ for Refugees – Universal Access to World-Class Education
An interesting link from the Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) providers, Coursera. Coursera is a global learning platform founded by two professors from Stanford University, USA, in 2012. It offers many studies from universities all over the world, from computer science to law to social issues. Many of the courses are free, but some need payment. There is financial assistance for refugees who wish to do these.
For Refugees
- Receive guaranteed Financial Aid for Coursera courses.
- Explore Coursera’s catalog to find the learning experience that’s right for you, and check out the recommendations below.
For Nonprofits
- Apply to receive group financial aid packages, which include:
- 1) Free access to Coursera courses.
- 2) A recommended course list specifically for refugees.
- 3) Administrative features & support to best use Coursera.
- 4) A custom portal to connect with other nonprofits serving refugees.
Source: Coursera for Refugees – Universal Access to World-Class Education
