Udemy boasts over 35 million members worldwide and offers an astonishing choice of competitively priced courses, ranging from coding to dance. The number of courses available may not be clear when you first visit the website, but you can use the search feature to pick one that fits your ability level, language preference, taste, and budget. You will be able to preview a course to see if it is right for you before being asked to pay for it. Prices range from $18 to $25 per course, although students on a tight budget may want to look for more cost-effective options.

There are no deadlines to meet, so you can take classes whenever you like. You can dip in and out of them using a desktop, laptop, or smartphone as long as you have an internet connection. Despite the fact that the courses in Udemy are not certified, you will receive a certificate upon completion.

Pros:

• This platform contains an amazing selection of courses, many of which are free or cheap tuition.
• It is possible to use it on a variety of devices.

Cons:

• Much of the content is not available for download.

Accessibility: Available via website and app

Teaching format: Video-based lessons

Rating: 4.5/5

Website: udemy.com

Udacity is by far the most expensive of the ones we looked at, but you get a lot of value for your money. The majority of the courses are focused on technology, with cloud computing, cybersecurity, AI projects, and autonomous systems among the topics covered. You will be able to ask specialists questions and be required to submit projects for evaluation, which will be rated. The video lessons and interactive quizzes are current and engaging. Overall, there's a smaller selection of courses, but that may be why they all feel so well-maintained. Topics include self-driving cars and data science for modern business, which are relevant to students and engineers in the tech industry.

A monthly subscription costs $399, but there are frequent discounts available. Given that the majority of Udacity's courses take three months to complete, you may end up paying more than $1,000 before completing the online sessions. However, if you are serious about advancing your tech career, we believe this platform is well worth the money.

Pros:

• This platform has clear subjects, in-depth lessons, continual feedback, and assistance.
  

Cons:

• High price.

Accessibility: Only available via the website
Teaching format: Video tutorials, interactive browser-based tools, and course 'projects'
Rating: 4,5/5
Website: udacity.com

When you upgrade to a LinkedIn premium membership, you get access to this learning platform as part of the package. As a result, purchasing this subscription grants you access to all of these lessons as well as some networking benefits on the website. The cost of a premium subscription is $29.99 a month, or $239.88 for the entire year. There is a one-time course purchase option, but it is not significantly less expensive than a month-long subscription — you can typically get a free 30-day trial on the site.

Courses in LinkedIn Learning are taught via pre-recorded videos. However, there are sometimes additional materials for learners to download and study. On this platform, you can find classes in many fields, like web development, coding, painting, and Photoshop, but the vast majority of the content here is aimed at helping you learn things like managing productivity and communicating effectively.

Pros:

• High-definition video courses.
• It is an easy-to-use interface.

Cons:

• The majority of courses are designed for novices.
• Themes are usually business-related.

Accessibility: Available via website or app
Teaching format: Video-based lessons
Rating: 4/5
Website: linkedin.com/learning/

Shaw Academy is not like other learning platforms in that it does not only show you pre-recorded videos. Instead, you must watch live webinars provided by teachers, which normally last about an hour. These workshops are frequently followed by brief Q & A sessions where you can seek assistance and explanations. If you miss a lesson, there is a "catch-up" option available. You might be able to tune in later if there are two class slots covering the same topic (for example, one at 2 pm and one at 7 pm). Shaw Academy is a newcomer to the field of online learning platforms, so its course library is limited. However, it covers a wide range of themes, including technology, art, wellness, money, and marketing.

There is also a free four-week trial available right now, but given that lessons typically take 10 weeks to complete, you may need to extend it if you want to complete the entire program. Shaw Academy, like many other platforms, offers certification.

Pros:

• Courses in this platform include a globally recognized diplomat.
• You can create your own study plan.
• This platform can be available on a variety of devices.
  

Cons:

• Other learning platforms provide a larger selection of courses.
• Scheduling might be a bit complicated.
  

Accessibility: Through website and app
Teaching format: Webinars
Rating: 4/5
Website: shawacademy.com

This platform, edX, which was founded by Harvard and MIT in 2012, has partnered with Oxford University, Brown University, the Sorbonne, and Columbia University. Despite these famous affiliations, much of the content on edX is still free, allowing you to simply browse course information delivered via a combination of videos and quizzes. You have to pay if you want one of the edX certifications. The free "audit" version of the courses will not result in a signed document, but the paid "verified" version will provide you with a physical certificate.

In addition, you will almost always be able to submit projects and receive comments on them. However, prices vary greatly, with some recognized courses costing $169 and others costing thousands of dollars.

Pros:

• This platform contains amazing free offers and high-quality teaching from famous universities.

Cons:

• It is difficult to navigate and discover appropriate courses.
• The quality of a course can vary greatly.

Accessibility: Available via website and app

Teaching format: Videos and quizzes

Rating: 4/5

Website: edx.org

Skillshare is a simple-to-use learning tool that will satisfy your hunger for knowledge rapidly. It focuses largely on the arts, and courses are delivered through a series of video lectures that are properly labeled, so you know exactly what you are getting. The majority of the courses are straightforward and enjoyable, and transcripts of the videos are available in the transcripts link, which can be useful for catching up on bits of the video you may have missed or for supplementing your notes. The Skillshare subscription ($32 per month or $99 annually) is all-inclusive, which means you receive access to a ton of content and may delve into as much as you want—ideal for the curious.

Some courses, on the other hand, simply skim the surface; they do not provide the same level of learning as a specific subject course, and Skillshare cannot ensure that your course teacher will be able to provide direct feedback. Due to the fact that tutors frequently oversee many courses, they simply do not have time to react to questions, though you can try engaging other students in the forum.

Pros:

• There is a large selection of content on this platform.
• It is easy to use this platform.
  

Cons:

• There are no certificates.
• Some courses need to be refreshed.

Accessibility: via website and app
Teaching format: Video lessons
Rating: 3,5/5
Website: skillshare.com

Coursera offers hundreds of lessons, as well as programs that have been certified by well-known colleges and corporations. Stanford, Penn, Google, IBM, and Imperial College London are just a few examples. Some of these schools are offering easy online degree programs that start at $20,000 and are priced comparable to traditional expenses. Coursera also has a subscription package that costs roughly $59 per month or $399 annually, so this is not the only choice accessible on the platform.

By subscribing to this, you will gain access to the majority of the platform's online courses. You may not be able to enroll in those expensive degrees, but you may be able to enroll in some of the above-mentioned institutions' shorter, well-regarded courses. When you have completed the course, you will be given a certificate with the course name on it. You can also purchase one-time courses rather than a subscription, though this normally costs roughly the same as a monthly subscription charge. There are some fantastic courses on this site, but some of the older programs need to be updated.

Pros:

• Certified courses of high quality are provided on this platform.
• Free courses are available on this platform.

Cons:

• Course content can be uninteresting to some people.
• Community connection is lacking.

Accessibility: via website and app

Teaching format: Videos, forums

Rating: 3,5/5

Website: coursera.org

Domestika is an online learning platform for creatives based in Spain that offers a wide range of paid courses in subjects like marketing and business, photography and video, design, craft, 3D and animation, calligraphy and typography, and architecture and spaces. While the majority of the courses are given in Spanish with English spoken subtitles, there are a number of English-speaking courses accessible as well.

All courses are well-structured into easily digestible parts, are of excellent quality, and are led by experts. Each course has a one-time fee that normally ranges from $9.99 to $35. Domestika's tactic, on the other hand, is to often provide discounts, sometimes up to 75% off. Furthermore, "bundles" provide three, four, or six courses as a package, saving up to 30% off the regular price. The PRO program costs $29.90 per year and provides a 20% discount on courses, free workshops, frequent newsletters with ideas and guidance from creative specialists, and individualized support from the support center, but this is not necessary for general learning.

Pros:

• The courses on this platform are affordable and well-priced.
• There are a large number of specialist courses geared toward creatives on this platform.
• The video tutorials are in-depth and well-produced.
• Direct links to course forums and other students that share your interests.

Cons:

• Most courses are in Spanish with English subtitles.

Accessibility: Website

Teaching format: Videos, articles, discussions

Rating: 4/5

Website: domestika.org

FutureLearn, like edX and Coursera, focuses on providing recognized courses. Students can enroll in classes developed by reputable institutions and industry organizations, and some courses even count toward a degree. If you have a paid subscription, you will receive a certificate once you have completed the course. However, you can audit many of the classes for free.

The active debates on student forums, which can be found at the end of each module, were one of the features we loved best about this platform. Participants in the course are strongly encouraged to post there and interact with other students. It is not quite the same as a classroom discussion, but it comes close to reproducing the atmosphere. Some of the most expensive courses and memberships — those that will get you a globally recognized certificate and take a few years to complete – can cost hundreds of dollars, but you will get plenty of tutoring and feedback. The majority of the lessons on FutureLearn will take you a month to finish and will cost you roughly $40.

Pros:

• Universities and industry bodies accredit courses.
• The content is interesting and simple to follow.
• The vast majority of the short courses are free.

Cons:

• The platform is overloaded with data.
• There are not a lot of degree programs.

Accessibility: Solely via website

Teaching format: Video, articles, discussions

Rating: 3,5/5

Website: futurelearn.com