Open Source College Classes
Although they are listed in other places, this page is dedicated specifically to college open source courses. These courses are typically audited for free. If the student wishes to receive a certificate of completion, there is a small fee.
OPEN SOURCE COLLEGE COURSES
Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
These courses are typically FREE or at very minimal cost.
"Unlike traditional courses that require you to be physically present in a university lecture hall, MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) are a self-paced and free online option, allowing you to be part of a virtual global network of faculty, peers, and industry experts from almost anywhere in the world. " - Georgia Tech Website
These schools and many more are a part of Open Education Global which is a consortium of educational entities around the world offering free learning to everyone.
CalArts Open Courseware - Through partnerships with online platforms Coursera and Kadenze, CalArts currently offers several courses and certificates (called Specializations or Programs) in graphic design, game design, poetry, music technology, and more.
All courses are developed by CalArts faculty and are non-credit offerings. Options for auditing courses, fee-based certificates or premium membership are available where noted—please refer to the individual platforms for information on registration and payment.