Think before you take the freebies

Think before you take the freebies

Corona Virus has prevented more than a billion students worldwide, 87% of the world’s learners, from attending school or university.

Furthermore, 160 governments have now ordered countrywide closures of their schools and universities.

Now, many educational academies have started the online classes & courses, before enrolling in any course, please ponder on following points.

Free offerings

The Institutes, corporations or individuals who offer study material, dashboard, online access, courses, online sessions for free must have incurred a cost to create the content. They must have used resources like technology, a workforce to create it, and during the turbulent times why anyone would offer a freebie?

Online Webinars

Be calculative that what adds value to your portfolio before you join a free Webinar or Masterclass.

If the course or the topic is relevant for you, then please do join the webinar and be an active participant.

Online Courses/Certifications:

Pick a course, reflect on your current skill level and aspirations. There are a few popular online learning platforms:

* Coursera
* Edx
* Class Central
* Udemy
* Upgrade
* Google Academy

Be tactful, before you land up with any freebie.

Calculate the opportunity cost.

Think before you take the freebies