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Khan Academy
Free world-class lessons in math, science, computing, and more—for learners and parents.
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Free courses, library resources, and learning paths that do not turn education into another subscription stack.
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MIT OpenCourseWare
Free MIT course materials—lecture notes, exams, and videos—for self-directed learners.
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Replaces: Paid university extension subscriptions
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OpenStax
Free peer-reviewed textbooks for college and AP courses—PDF, web, and print-at-cost.
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Replaces: Cengage Unlimited, Pearson+ subscriptions
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Project Gutenberg
70,000+ free public domain ebooks—classics, history, and science—for download or online reading.
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Replaces: Kindle Unlimited for classics, Paid classic ebook bundles
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LibriVox
Volunteer-read audiobooks of public domain works—free forever, no credits.
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Replaces: Audible for classics, Audiobook subscriptions
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Internet Archive Books
Millions of digitized books to borrow or read—including out-of-print scholarship.
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Replaces: Paid academic ebook access
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Coursera Audit Guide
How to take Coursera courses free via audit mode—watch lectures without paying for certificates.
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Replaces: Coursera Plus subscription
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edX Audit Guide
Access edX course videos for free through audit tracks—skip the subscription bundle.
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Replaces: edX unlimited subscriptions
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OpenLearn
Free courses from The Open University—badges optional, no tuition for browsing.
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Replaces: Paid introductory course subscriptions
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YouTube University Playlist Strategy
Build degree-style playlists from free YouTube channels instead of paying for course platforms.
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Library Learning Resources Guide
Beyond Libby: databases, language apps, and tutoring your library already pays for.
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Replaces: LinkedIn Learning personal, Paid language apps
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One-Time Course Decision Checklist
Decide whether to buy a single course outright vs subscribe to a learning platform.
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Replaces: Annual learning subscriptions
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Public Domain Books Guide
How to find, download, and read public domain books across Gutenberg, Archive, and libraries.
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Replaces: Ebook subscription services for classics
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Free Language Learning Resources Guide
Combine free apps, library databases, podcasts, and exchange partners—skip the $15/mo language stack.
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Replaces: Babbel, Rosetta Stone subscriptions…
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Skill-Building Without Subscriptions Guide
A framework for learning any skill using free tiers, libraries, and one-time purchases only.
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Anki
Spaced-repetition flashcards—desktop free, iOS pay-once, no monthly learning app rent.
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Replaces: Quizlet Plus, Memrise Pro…
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Duolingo (Free Tier)
Gamified language practice with a real free tier—skip Super Duolingo unless hearts actually block you.
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