Although it had been implemented before, distance education gained real prominence with the pandemic.
And then, by continuing, it allows
more people
to access
training that they previously discarded for various reasons such as lack of time, distance and even fatigue.
Virtual universities allow learning about entire professions remotely and have especially become popular among people interested in studying programming and related careers, the technical skills
that are most sought after by companies
both in the country and in the world today.
One of the main advantages is that the knowledge for these jobs in the technology industry can be learned completely remotely in this type of
university
.
Programmers are currently one of the highest paying professions.
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Currently, programmers are some of the most sought-after professionals in the world and also top the rankings of the
best paid professions
.
That's why many people are looking for ways to access the skills that will allow them to apply to those well-paying jobs.
In Argentina there are many places to learn programming, from prestigious institutes that are digital natives and the famous
bootcamps
(intensive learning), to scholarships and free programs offered by the companies that are now looking intensely for these talents.
What are the 5 virtual universities where you can study for free?
1.Udemy
It is an online learning and teaching platform with
more than 213,000 courses
and 57 million students.
They teach a wide range of subjects there, from business to music and, of course, programming.
The courses usually have a fixed cost that, depending on the training and current promotions, start at $15.
But there are also usually discount coupons, special offers and even
free versions
of paid courses.
All courses offered by Udemy are taught by professionals who provide their
knowledge, techniques, and tools
to train in the specific area of your choice.
The platform trainings are offered entirely on demand, which means that you can enroll and learn at your own pace, the teacher does not need to be online, since they are recorded courses.
In addition, when you enroll you have lifetime access to the course and there are no deadlines to complete it.
More information at
https://www.udemy.com/es/courses/free/
After the pandemic, more people can access training thanks to the online modality.
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2.Saylor Academy
It is a non-profit organization that offers free online courses for anyone who wants to learn new skills or finish their degree.
It has
more than 100 courses at the university and professional level
, each one of them developed by experts.
Both in the field of programming and computing as well as in cybersecurity, networks and software development, among others.
All the courses and their programs are well detailed on the page, including the time it takes to complete them.
It is advisable to register and read well before starting a training.
More information at:
https://www.saylor.org/
3. Coursera
It is a global learning platform that offers access to massive online courses (MOOCs), tutorials, and micro-degree programs taught by professors from top-tier universities.
There are
over 9,000 courses available
to choose from that span multiple programming niches.
They are all free, only the certification exams are paid.
There are courses for all tastes and, of course, all those linked to learning technological profiles such as programming, web design and digital marketing.
More information at:
https://es.coursera.org/
4.University of the People
This educational institution on the Internet is free and non-profit while its contents are focused on education in business and computer science.
Some fees are charged to cover the costs of the exams but users have the option to skip them if they do not want to receive a certificate at the end of the course.
Each of the trainings is designed for undergraduate and graduate students, so it is not recommended as a first experience in programming.
The "Universidad de la gente" or "Universidad del pueblo" (University of the People) is an institution founded in 2009 and its main objective is to offer degree studies to students of any condition, nationality and economic situation, in the areas of
Administration and Management of Companies and Computer Systems
.
More information at
https://www.upeople.edu/
5.BitDegree
This platform stands out especially in courses to learn about
game development
, while it also has courses in other areas of
programming
.
In addition, it has as differential factors the use of blockchain technology during the educational process and an achievement system that helps companies hire new talent in the area and measure the success of the course.
More information at:
https://www.bitdegree.org/courses/
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