1000 Ivy League Online Courses

Leaders of Learning

20 reviews

Explore and understand your own theories of learning and leadership. Gain the tools to imagine and build the future of learning.

• edX
• 2-4 hours a week, 10 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

American Education Reform: History, Policy, Practice

8 reviews

Explore the history, policy, and practice of American education reform in this 8-week course from the University of Pennsylvania. Discover the key actors, decisions, and turning points that have shaped the education system, and understand how social forc…

• Coursera
• 15 hours worth of material, 8 weeks long
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Family Engagement in Education

8 reviews

Learn about successful collaborations between families and educators and why they lead to improved outcomes for students and schools.

• edX
• 2-4 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Columbia University;  Teachers College, Columbia University

The Science of Learning - What Every Teacher Should Know

2 reviews

A teaching course for K-12 teachers about the science of learning and how to use current research to improve classroom outcomes.

• edX
• 3-4 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools: Reforming the U.S. Education System

1 review

Explore the history and potential reforms of the U.S. education system in this 10-week online course from Harvard University. Expect a 3-5 hour weekly commitment.

• edX
• 3-5 hours a week, 10 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Teaching & Learning in the Diverse Classroom

1 review

2020 POD Network Innovation Award Through real stories, reflection, and key research, learn how to create and sustain inclusive, student-centered learning environments.

• edX
• 2-4 hours a week, 5 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Introduction to Data Wise: A Collaborative Process to Improve Learning & Teaching

1 review

Harvard's 10-week course guides educators on using data to enhance teaching and learning. It offers a clear, 8-step process for data utilization and encourages collaborative school improvement.

• edX
• 1-2 hours a week, 10 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools Mini-Course 1: History and Politics of U.S. Education

5 reviews

Explore the history and politics of U.S. education with this 7-week online course from Harvard University. Understand the forces that shaped U.S. school politics and policy.

• edX
• 2-3 hours a week, 7 weeks long
• 1st Oct, 2015
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Orchestrating Whole Classroom Discussion

30 ratings at Coursera

Learn strategies for effective classroom discussions in this 4-week course by the University of Pennsylvania. Prepare for rich discussions, set goals, establish norms, and design discussion plans.

• Coursera
• 13 hours worth of material, 4 weeks long
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Analytics in Course Design: Leveraging Canvas Data (HE)

1 review

Leverage Canvas Data and visualization techniques to make informed decisions about Canvas course design.

• Canvas Network
• 6 hours worth of material
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Introduction to Online and Blended Teaching

2 reviews

Learn about the latest in online teaching and learning to create engaging, student-centered, and successful learning environments.

• edX
• 3-4 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools, Mini-Course 3: Accountability and National Standards

1 review

This course explores the question of who should be accountable for student outcomes in U.S. education and the potential role Common Core might play in reshaping the U.S. educational landscape.

• edX
• 3 hours a week, 4 weeks long
• 1st Oct, 2015
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools Mini-Course 4: School Choice

1 review

Explore alternatives to public schools in the US with this 5-week Harvard University course. Understand the theory, effectiveness, and impact of charter schools, voucher programs, and digital education.

• edX
• 2-3 hours a week, 5 weeks long
• 1st Oct, 2015
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Saving Schools, Mini-Course 2: Teacher Policies

1 review

Explore teacher policies in U.S. education with this 5-week Harvard University course. Learn about recruitment, compensation, tenure, and budgetary constraints through empirical evidence.

• edX
• 3 hours a week, 5 weeks long
• 1st Oct, 2015
• Free Online Course (Audit)

How to Apply to College

1 review

A 6-week course by University of Pennsylvania, guiding learners through the college application process, selection, financial aid, and transition into college life.

• Coursera
• 19 hours worth of material, 6 weeks long
• 10th Jan, 2022
• Free Online Course (Audit)