{
 "metadata": {
  "title": "The free learning ledger: what $0 buys on each learning platform",
  "edition": "2026-11-09",
  "license": "CC BY 4.0",
  "creator": "Vincent Wesley Couey",
  "publisher": "EduBracket",
  "page": "https://edubracket.com/free/",
  "method": "Every cell is read from the platform's own page on the edition date. Each fact carries the verbatim sentence it rests on and the saved copy of the page (lattice-core/_edubracket-free-ledger-reads/<date>/ (private evidence, not deployed)). A cell with no sentence is left blank, not guessed.",
  "groups": {
   "free": "Lessons and any certificate cost nothing",
   "audit": "Lessons free; the certificate or graded work costs money",
   "freemium": "A free tier, plus a paid plan that unlocks more",
   "trial": "No lasting free tier: a trial, then the card is billed",
   "paid": "No free tier and no trial stated on the plan page"
  }
 },
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  {
   "id": "freecodecamp",
   "name": "freeCodeCamp",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.freecodecamp.org",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Free",
   "certUsd": 0,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons,certificate",
     "quote": "Every aspect of freeCodeCamp is 100% free. The courses, the projects, even the certifications.",
     "file": "freecodecamp-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "mit-ocw",
   "name": "MIT OpenCourseWare",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://ocw.mit.edu",
   "lessons": "Free course materials",
   "certificate": "Not offered",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "MIT is committed to openly sharing course materials on OpenCourseWare, free of charge.",
     "file": "mit-ocw-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "MIT does not offer credit or certification to users of OCW.",
     "file": "mit-ocw-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "OCW does not offer any degree, credit, or certification.",
     "file": "mit-ocw-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "odin-project",
   "name": "The Odin Project",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.theodinproject.com",
   "lessons": "Free full-stack curriculum",
   "certificate": "Not stated on the page",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "The Odin Project provides a free open source coding curriculum that can be taken entirely online.",
     "file": "odin-project-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "ibm-skillsbuild",
   "name": "IBM SkillsBuild",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://skillsbuild.org",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Credentials included (\"industry-recognized\")",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "IBM SkillsBuild offers 100% free learning from a global leader in technology and innovation.",
     "file": "ibm-skillsbuild-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "100% free and online Learn from anywhere Industry-recognized credentials",
     "file": "ibm-skillsbuild-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "stanford-online",
   "name": "Stanford Online (free courses)",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://online.stanford.edu/free-courses",
   "lessons": "Free selection of courses",
   "certificate": "Not stated on the page",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Learn from Stanford instructors and industry experts at no cost to you.",
     "file": "stanford-online-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "elements-of-ai",
   "name": "Elements of AI",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.elementsofai.com",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Building AI certificate is a paid item (the FAQ lists payment methods for it)",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "The Elements of AI is a series of free online courses created by MinnaLearn and the University of Helsinki.",
     "file": "elements-of-ai-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Which payment methods are available for the Building AI certificate?",
     "file": "elements-of-ai-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "harvard-cs50",
   "name": "Harvard CS50",
   "group": "audit",
   "url": "https://cs50.harvard.edu/x/",
   "lessons": "Free (OpenCourseWare or edX audit)",
   "certificate": "$219 verified certificate",
   "certUsd": 219,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "this course for free via this OpenCourseWare",
     "file": "harvard-cs50-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Audit for Free Add a Verified Certificate for $219",
     "file": "harvard-cs50-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "edx",
   "name": "edX",
   "group": "audit",
   "url": "https://www.edx.org",
   "lessons": "Audit track: videos, readings, practice questions; access ends at course end",
   "graded": "Verified track only",
   "certificate": "Verified track only (paid)",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "graded,certificate",
     "quote": "An edX verified certificate allows learners to complete graded assignments and grants them unlimited access to course material.",
     "file": "edx-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Access to content Unlimited Limited",
     "file": "edx-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "lessons,certificate",
     "quote": "Verified Certificates yes no Graded Assessments and Exams yes no Discussion forums yes yes Videos yes yes Readings yes yes",
     "file": "edx-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Access to videos/readings after the course end date yes no",
     "file": "edx-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "alison",
   "name": "Alison",
   "group": "audit",
   "url": "https://alison.com",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Paid (bought after you pass)",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "All Alison courses are free to study.",
     "file": "alison-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Once you become an Alison Graduate you can choose to purchase your officially branded and security marked Certificate.",
     "file": "alison-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "simplilearn-skillup",
   "name": "Simplilearn SkillUp",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.simplilearn.com/skillup-free-online-courses",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Completion certificate on free courses",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons,certificate",
     "quote": "Access a library of free certificate courses featuring in-demand skills",
     "file": "simplilearn-skillup-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "great-learning",
   "name": "Great Learning Academy",
   "group": "freemium",
   "url": "https://www.mygreatlearning.com/academy",
   "lessons": "1,000+ free introductory courses",
   "paid": "Academy Pro+ $29/month, 7-day free trial",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 29,
   "trialDays": 7,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Learn for free with 1000+ introductory courses",
     "file": "great-learning-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Get unlimited certificates with an Academy Pro+ subscription $29/month Start 7-Day Free Trial",
     "file": "great-learning-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "aws-skill-builder",
   "name": "AWS Skill Builder",
   "group": "freemium",
   "url": "https://skillbuilder.aws",
   "lessons": "1,000+ free learning resources",
   "paid": "$29/month or $449/year individual",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 29,
   "paidAnnualUsd": 449,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Access 1,000+ learning resources for free",
     "file": "aws-skill-builder-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Individual monthly subscription for $29 / month",
     "file": "aws-skill-builder-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Individual annual subscription for $449 / year",
     "file": "aws-skill-builder-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Earn badges and share with your network after learning a new skill.",
     "file": "aws-skill-builder-2",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ],
   "certificate": "Digital badges on the free account"
  },
  {
   "id": "codecademy",
   "name": "Codecademy",
   "group": "freemium",
   "url": "https://www.codecademy.com/pricing",
   "lessons": "Basic plan free (limited courses)",
   "certificate": "Paid plans only",
   "paid": "Plus $14.99/mo billed annually ($29.99 monthly); Pro $19.99/mo billed annually ($39.99 monthly)",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 29.99,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Basic $0 $ 0 Always free",
     "file": "codecademy-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "$14.99 a month, billed annually or $29.99 billed monthly",
     "file": "codecademy-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "$19.99 a month, billed annually or $39.99 billed monthly",
     "file": "codecademy-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Receive a certificate of completion for every course or path you finish. Basic Not available under Basic",
     "file": "codecademy-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "coursera",
   "name": "Coursera",
   "group": "audit",
   "url": "https://www.coursera.org/courseraplus",
   "certificate": "Paid: single course or Coursera Plus",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 59,
   "paidAnnualUsd": 399,
   "paidPromoUsd": 239,
   "promoEnds": "2026-11-30",
   "trialDays": 7,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Coursera Plus Annual now $399 $239 (less than $20 per month, billed annually)",
     "file": "coursera-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "or $59/month after a 7-day free trial",
     "file": "coursera-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Offer ends November 30, 2026",
     "file": "coursera-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Preview: Available for most courses. Gives you full access to the first module of the course, including graded assessments in that module. All future modules will be locked. You will not be able to receive a certificate.",
     "file": "coursera-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Full Course, No Certificate: Only available for select courses.",
     "file": "coursera-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ],
   "lessons": "Preview: first module of most courses; full course without certificate on select courses only",
   "paid": "Plus $59/month after a 7-day trial, or $399/year ($239 until 30 Nov 2026)"
  },
  {
   "id": "google-career-certificates",
   "name": "Google Career Certificates",
   "group": "trial",
   "url": "https://grow.google/certificates/",
   "lessons": "Inside a Coursera subscription",
   "paid": "$49/month after a 7-day free trial (US and Canada)",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 49,
   "trialDays": 7,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "In the U.S. and Canada, the subscription cost is $49 USD per month after an initial 7-day free trial period.",
     "file": "google-career-certificates-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "khan",
   "name": "Khan Academy",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.khanacademy.org",
   "lessons": "Free, 840+ courses (K-12 and early college)",
   "certificate": "Not stated on the page",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "The foundation of Khan Academy is our free learning platform with 840+ free courses covering core academic subjects for K-12 and early college.",
     "file": "khan-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "openlearn",
   "name": "OpenLearn (The Open University)",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.open.edu/openlearn/",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Free badge or statement of participation on most courses",
   "certUsd": 0,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Everything on the multi-award winning OpenLearn is free to everyone!",
     "file": "openlearn-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Earn a free digital badge or statement of participation on most courses.",
     "file": "openlearn-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "hubspot-academy",
   "name": "HubSpot Academy",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://academy.hubspot.com",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Free certifications",
   "certUsd": 0,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "100% free & online",
     "file": "hubspot-academy-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Grow your career and your business by completing free certifications and adding industry-recognized badges to your LinkedIn profile.",
     "file": "hubspot-academy-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "kaggle-learn",
   "name": "Kaggle Learn",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.kaggle.com/learn",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Certificates offered; the page states no cost for the courses",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons,certificate",
     "quote": "The courses are provided at no cost to you, and you can now earn certificates.",
     "file": "kaggle-learn-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "google-skillshop",
   "name": "Google Skillshop",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://skillshop.withgoogle.com",
   "lessons": "Free",
   "certificate": "Free: most certifications",
   "certUsd": 0,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons,certificate",
     "quote": "Access to the Skillshop platform, awards and most certifications are available at no cost.",
     "file": "google-skillshop-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "cisco-netacad",
   "name": "Cisco Networking Academy",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.netacad.com",
   "lessons": "Free online courses",
   "certificate": "Not stated on the page",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Free online courses. In-person learning. Certification-aligned pathways designed to help you stand out in the job market.",
     "file": "cisco-netacad-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "saylor",
   "name": "Saylor Academy",
   "group": "free",
   "url": "https://www.saylor.org",
   "lessons": "Free (tuition free)",
   "certificate": "Not stated on the page",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "100% Online, Self-Paced, and Tuition Free!",
     "file": "saylor-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "udemy",
   "name": "Udemy",
   "group": "freemium",
   "url": "https://www.udemy.com/courses/free/",
   "lessons": "A curated set of free courses; most courses paid",
   "paid": "Paid per course; eligible courses refundable within 30 days",
   "refundDays": 30,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "We’ve curated a free collection of courses for professionals.",
     "file": "udemy-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "all eligible courses purchased on Udemy can be refunded within 30 days.",
     "file": "udemy-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "datacamp",
   "name": "DataCamp",
   "group": "freemium",
   "url": "https://www.datacamp.com/pricing",
   "lessons": "Basic plan free: every first chapter",
   "certificate": "Premium plan",
   "paid": "Premium $14/month billed annually (special price; list $28)",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 14,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Basic LIMITED ACCESS Free Get Started Every first chapter free",
     "file": "datacamp-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "SPECIAL PRICE $28 Save $255 with Yearly Premium FOR INDIVIDUALS $ 14 /month billed annually",
     "file": "datacamp-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Projects, certificates and industry-leading certifications",
     "file": "datacamp-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "brilliant",
   "name": "Brilliant",
   "group": "freemium",
   "url": "https://brilliant.org",
   "lessons": "Free tier (limited); Premium unlocks all 40+ courses",
   "certificate": "Not stated on the page",
   "paid": "Premium Individual $30/month as displayed (annual plans bill as one payment)",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 30,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Individual $30 /month",
     "file": "brilliant-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "*Billed as one payment. Renews annually, cancel anytime.",
     "file": "brilliant-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Free Premium Supercharge your learning Unlimited access to all 40+ courses",
     "file": "brilliant-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "futurelearn",
   "name": "FutureLearn",
   "group": "freemium",
   "url": "https://www.futurelearn.com",
   "lessons": "Free account: limited access to 1,400+ short courses",
   "certificate": "Unlimited plan",
   "paid": "Unlimited $349.99/year ($29.17/month)",
   "paidAnnualUsd": 349.99,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Joining for free and you'll get: Limited access to 1400+ short courses",
     "file": "futurelearn-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Only $29.17 per month. $349.99 billed annually.",
     "file": "futurelearn-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Digital certificates for all eligible courses",
     "file": "futurelearn-1",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "linkedin-learning",
   "name": "LinkedIn Learning",
   "group": "trial",
   "url": "https://www.linkedin.com/learning/",
   "lessons": "Free first month, then a subscription (price shown only after sign-in)",
   "certificate": "Professional certificates on the platform",
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Start my free month",
     "file": "linkedin-learning-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "certificate",
     "quote": "Professional Certificates from trusted providers like Microsoft, Zendesk, LambdaTest, and BluePrism",
     "file": "linkedin-learning-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "skillshare",
   "name": "Skillshare",
   "group": "trial",
   "url": "https://www.skillshare.com/pricing",
   "lessons": "Trial, then the annual membership bills in full",
   "paid": "$167.88/year ($13.99/month paid annually)",
   "paidAnnualUsd": 167.88,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "$167.88 /year $13.99/month (paid annually)",
     "file": "skillshare-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "After your trial ends, your annual Skillshare membership begins. You’ll be billed for the year in full",
     "file": "skillshare-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "sophia",
   "name": "Sophia Learning",
   "group": "trial",
   "url": "https://www.sophia.org/plans-and-pricing/",
   "lessons": "Free trial, then membership",
   "paid": "$99/month membership (college-credit courses)",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 99,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "lessons",
     "quote": "Try courses with a free trial",
     "file": "sophia-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    },
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Sophia’s $99/month membership",
     "file": "sophia-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  },
  {
   "id": "masterclass",
   "name": "MasterClass",
   "group": "paid",
   "url": "https://www.masterclass.com/plans",
   "lessons": "Paid plans only",
   "paid": "$10, $15 or $20 a month, billed annually",
   "paidMonthlyUsd": 10,
   "facts": [
    {
     "field": "paid",
     "quote": "Monthly price (billed annually) $10 $15 $20",
     "file": "masterclass-0",
     "read": "2026-11-09"
    }
   ]
  }
 ]
}