Give the Gift of Learning With These Subscriptions - CNET
The next time you need to find a great gift for a loved one, consider the gift of learning. Many of the latest gadgets and gizmos are shiny and might even be fun gifts to unwrap, but odds are in a month or two they’ll be collecting dust in the back of a closet. And while a collectible or gear for a hobby can be a thoughtful gesture, it can also be pricey and difficult to choose the right one unless you’re an enthusiast too. A subscription to an online learning service makes a more lasting and useful gift. And conveniently, they tend to be affordable as well. There are amazing options out there, from classes taught by experts to online communities that help everyone develop themselves. There are even services geared toward kids. Here are some of our favorite online learning services you can gift (or sign yourself up for) right now.
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Whether you’re looking to pick up a new skill, or hone an existing one, MasterClass offers a chance to learn directly under the tutelage of experts at the top of their field. From filmmaking tips from David Lynch to cooking classes taught by Gordon Ramsay, there is a class that will pique just about anyone’s interest.
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If you’re looking to get a leg up on your career, or simply work on improving yourself, Udemy is a great (and affordable) resource. It offers a wide array of courses available online, with notes, videos and even assessment tests to track your progress. While there are plenty of courses for creatives, like photography and cooking, there is also a huge selection of business-related classes, covering everything from programming and web development to entrepreneurship to economics.
