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100 Free Online Tools to Learn a New Skill in Almost Anything

Monday, May 12, 2014 15:39
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While there is much to be learnt from taking a course or learning from a professional instructor, there are many online tools that can help you learn just about anything you’d like and for free.

 

With a little dedication, these online tools can help guide you through the learning process step-by-step. Whether you want to learn how to cook healthy meals, renovate your kitchen, play a musical instrument, learn a new language, discover the intricacies of calculus plus so much more. You’ll find the assistance you need through the below resources.

 

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These tutorial-filled sites offer instruction on a wide variety of topics.

 

  1. 1. eHowFormerly Expert Village, this site it full of detailed instructions and videos that will take you through the basics of activities in categories like health, food and drink, legal, parenting and more.
  2. 2. SuTreeHere you’ll find thousands of user-submitted videos on just about anything you could possibly want to learn more about.
  3. 3. Khanacademy.orgThe Khan Academy is an organization on a mission. They are a not-for-profit with the goal of changing education for the better by providing a free world-class education to anyone anywhere.
  4. 4. TrickLifeCheck out this site for how-to instruction in computers, crafts, electronics, hobbies and a whole lot more.
  5. Learn FreeYou can search through the existing 750 tutorials with 250 videos
  6. Find TutorialsSearch through this site to find instructions on how to improve your skills in a variety of different topics from technology to fixing up your house.
  7. Learn ThatWhether you want to learn how to make awesome salsa or just navigate through all the new features of the latest Photoshop, this site can help you find the guidance to do so more easily.
  8. WikiversityJust like the bigger Wikipedia site, the information offered here is free for the taking and easily searchable.
  9. Instructables: This site encourages you to get creative, share your skills and learn from other users.
  10. 5min: Got five minutes? Then you’ve got enough time to watch one of these short but informative videos.
  11. Knowledgehound : Knowledge Hound is the web’s biggest how-to directory, and was its first. The site also features original tutorials on a wide variety of topics.

Language

 

Learning another language can be a great way to challenge your brain and improve your resume. Check out these tools for some help.

 

  1. Google Language ToolsWith Google’s tools you’ll be able to search for terms in foreign languages, translate, and even use Google in another language.
  2. BBC LanguagesCheck out what the BBC has to offer, with lessons in more than 36 different languages.
  3. LiveMochaFind a friend and trade your language expertise through this social learning tool.
  4. italkiThis tool allows you to hook up with a native speaker and get free help learning a new language.
  5. BabbelThis site is chock full of resources to help you learn a language, from flashcards to more extensive instruction.
  6. lingroHave a website in another language you want help understanding? This site will allow you to click on the words you don’t know, instead of translating the whole thing.
  7. busuuJoin this language learning community to get a leg up on learning a new language.
  8. MIT Foreign Language and LiteratureRead through the free course materials offered on this site to get access to the same instruction offered at world-class college MIT.
  9. Rosetta ProjectIf you want to learn more about the history and relationships between languages pay a visit to this site which is working to catalog information about all human languages.
  10. LingoPassThis site operates by asking users to exchange their language skills with someone else who wants to teach and learn as well.

 

Music

 

Take advantage of these lessons to learn to be more musically adept at everything from a violin to your own vocal chords.

    1. Guitar NoiseThis site is a great place to watch some free instructional videos on the basics of playing guitar.
    2. ActiveBassLearn more about all aspects of playing the bass, as well as some free lessons, on this site
    3. Violin MasterclassIf you’ve ever wanted to know how to play the violin and want to learn the basics before taking more professional courses, check out these freebies.
    4. Brass TrainerThis site will test you on your brass playing skills, helping you master some of the fundamentals.
    5. Danman’s Music LibrarySign up on this site and get access to numerous instructional videos on playing everything from the ukulele to the stand-up bass.
    6. Sing SmartThose who are looking to improve their vocal skills can visit this site to get a little vocal coaching.
    7. Hear and PlaySimply sign up with this site to get lessons in how to play by ear.
    8. Online Flute LessonsThis site will help you learn to play the flute or to play better if you already know a little.
    9. How to Play the AccordionThose whose musical tastes differ from the norm may want to try to learn to play the accordion, and this site can help.
    10. Music Education Centre: An absolutely free centre providing lessons on piano, guitar, jazz, classical music, song writing, composing and MIDI archive.

 

Life Skills

 

If you never learned how to sew or cook, these resources can help you learn the basics.

  1. What the Craft: Even if you’re not a crafter there’s a lot to be gained from the tutorials on this site that will teach you the basics of sewing as well as some more advanced techniques in creating clothes.
  2. Sewing TutorialsFrom creating patterns to sewing basics, this site is full of tutorials that will help you mend, hem and create.
  3. FreeNeedleThis site will help you sew aprons, curtains, pillows and a whole lot more.
  4. Elemental StitchesHere you’ll find some tutorials on basic sewing projects for you, your pets and your home.
  5. Cooking TutorialsWhether you need to know how to properly cook a Thanksgiving turkey or make your own pasta, this site has lessons for you to learn from.
  6. Gourmet SpotFrom the basics of cooking to the finer points of entertaining, this site offers a wealth of information.
  7. Do Laundry the Right WayIf you have a tendency to shrink your sweaters and turn your whites pink, get some instruction from this site.

 

Around the House

 

You can learn to be your own handyman or woman with these great DIY tools.

    1. Organic Authority:
    2. Make MagazineListen to this podcast to learn how to make and do just about anything around the house you’d like.
    3. ReadyMadeGet creative with your DIY projects with a little guidance from the projects featured on this magazine’s site.
    4. DoItYourself.comWith a little elbow grease and expertise gleaned from this site, you can fix just about anything in your house.
    5. SkillVidsWatch the videos on this site to learn some valuable DIY skills.
    6. The Bicycle TutorIf you’re more of a bike person than a car one, learn how to keep your bike working and well-oiled from this site.
    7. Easy2DIYThis site will help you learn to fix a wide range of things around your home.
    8. DIY Home Improvements DepotFrom dry walling to removing carpet, this site offers you a wealth of information on home improvements.

 

Technology

 

Whether you’re technologically impaired or just want to learn some new skills to add to your repertoire, these sites can help you learn more, faster.

  1. W3SchoolsLearn how to build great websites through the great tutorials offered on this site.
  2. How-to-GeekThis site offers a geekier take on how-tos, dealing with computers, electronic and gaming tutorials.
  3. InPicturesIf you need some basic instruction in working with a computer, this site offers illustrated tutorials to get you through.
  4. GeekpediaWant to know how to work with Java? Do computer programming of other kinds? This site will teach you.
  5. MuppetLabsUse this site to learn how to work with C++, Perl, Python and much more.
  6. actDENBoost your business skills by learning the ins and outs of PowerPoint, Office and Internet Explorer on this site.
  7. The Internet ArchiveExplore the history of the internet with this site that has archives of sties on the web from years past.
  8. Productivity PortfolioThis site is home to five minute tips to help improve your computer and technology skills.

 

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