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The Alison App: Learn on Android and iOS with 5,000 Free Courses
Are you looking for flexible online learning? You’re in the right place. And with the Alison app, we’ve made learning more accessible than ever. We... Read More
Unlock Your Potential: Learn Irish Music Online
Are you thinking of taking up a musical instrument? Can you already play some tunes but want to improve? Do you struggle to find the time or budget... Read More
Let Alison’s New and Free Resumé Builder Get You Noticed
“Strike While the Iron’s Hot”. We’ve all heard this saying and others, such as “A stitch in time saves nine” or... Read More
Alison: Changing Lives Through eLearning in Kigali, Rwanda
Education has the power to change lives. Every year hundreds of representatives from around the globe gathers at the eLearning Africa Conference to... Read More
Our CEO, Mike Feerick, Takes to the Road to Hear How Alison is Changing Lives in Africa
We are excited to announce that we will be a sponsor of this year’s eLearning Africa conference. Our Founder and CEO, Mike Feerick, shares his... Read More
Unleash Your Creativity with New Hobbies
We all need hobbies. Having an enjoyable hobby brings us pleasure and brightens our lives. It offers us something entertaining to do in our spare... Read More
Looking After Your Mental Health At Work
We all need a little help sometimes. Worldwide, nearly one in seven people suffers from mental health issues. These can affect more than just our... Read More
World Water Day 2022-Making the Invisible Visible.
Sustainability and preserving our planet are very close to our hearts here at Alison. As part of our commitment to the UN’s Sustainable Development... Read More
Earn While You Learn as an Alison Affiliate
There’s more to Alison than you think! Free Education, Career Guidance, Mental Wellness, and Affiliate Income. Alison offers more than just... Read More
Alison & Catalyst 2030 launch the Disaster Management Hub
Alison is proud to announce the launch of the Disaster Management Hub in association with Catalyst 2030. The hub brings together crucial and... Read More
Alison traditional Irish music courses prove a hit!
Alison has officially launched the Traditional Irish Music Hub in collaboration with some of Ireland’s finest musicians. Drawing on the very... Read More
7 ways to make a great living working from home!
We’ve just lived through a working from home revolution and it’s not over yet! The pandemic has seen millions of employees around the... Read More
Introducing Alison’s Digital Marketing Hub!
Alison is delighted to announce the launch of our Digital Marketing Hub, a fantastic free online resource with everything you need to either upskill... Read More
Alison: Playing Our Part in Combating Climate Change
At Alison, we believe that our commitment to fighting climate change goes hand-in-hand with our devotion to empowerment through education. Our... Read More
A Day in the Life of an English as a Second Language Teacher: Justine Dalke
Justine Dalke is a certified English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher and holds a variety of specialised teaching qualifications, including... Read More
Dermot Sheedy: “In my course, I teach that you can apply the beats that I’ve taught you across so many different genres of music.”
Dermot Sheedy is a bodhrán player, percussionist and drummer from County Clare. Dermot started playing the bodhrán aged 6 and has 25 years... Read More
A Day in the Life of a Medical Professional: Eurika Mogane
Dr Eurika Mogane is a Health and Wellness Practitioner with a background in medical science. Eurika, from South Africa, has inspired countless... Read More
A Day in the Life of a CEO: Lachezar Arabadzhiev
Lachezar Arabadzhiev is the founder and CEO of SkildLabs, an e-learning solutions company that takes businesses from the ideation stages of all type... Read More
5 Courses to mark World Mental Health Day
Each year World Mental Health Day is celebrated on October 10th. It’s a day to focus on our mental wellbeing and that of others. We’ve... Read More
Alison & The Artist – Learn to Draw with Ethan Moran
Ethan Moran is a portrait artist based in Galway, Ireland. An avid drawer with over fifteen years experience, Ethan currently teaches art through an... Read MoreFeatured Posts
Alison: An Irish Leader in Free Online Learning
March 20, 2025
Alison, an Irish-founded online learning platform, is committed to providing free access to education for learners worldwide. Since its launch, Alison h...Read More
Africa Rising: The Future of Transformative Education in Nigeria and Beyond
March 19, 2025
In February 2025, Alison attended the Omniverse Africa Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, where Alison Founder and CEO Mike Feerick delivered a keynote speech. T...Read More
Future of Jobs Report 2025: Top Skills & Roles in Demand
February 12, 2025
The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 examines anticipated challenges and opportunities facing economies from 2025-2030. It harvested ...Read More
Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from the WEF Future of Jobs Report 2025
February 6, 2025
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has published its Future of Jobs Report 2025. This barometer of trends across all sectors anticipates challenges and oppo...Read More
Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made...Read More
Free Homeschool Resources: How Alison Helped Our Family Thrive
November 6, 2024
By Carole Dolan Weed Hello, fellow homeschoolers and welcome to the Alison Homeschooling Blog! I’m very excited to be part of Alison’s mission...Read MorePopular Posts
Alison Learner Spotlight: Meet Gloria Alado
June 15, 2022
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.” – Dr Seuss If we’re honest, s...Read MoreDisaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made...Read More
Alison vs Coursera and Udemy
February 17, 2025
Why Pay to Upskill When You Can Learn for Free? Thinking about advancing your career with online courses? Platforms like Coursera and Udemy claim to off...Read More
Teaching: A Noble Profession
October 5, 2023
Teachers teach all other professions. This is why teaching is considered by many people as the noblest of all professions. Teaching moulds the minds of ...Read More
John Taylor: “Alison is a truly powerful enabler.”
November 20, 2020
John Taylor is an Alison Graduate who managed a miraculous career change in just a few months thanks to Alison’s free online learning. By upskilli...Read More
Meet the African Businesses Hiring Alison’s Graduates
March 22, 2024
Looking for a job in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa or beyond? Discover how millions of Alison graduates across Africa have leveraged their certifications...Read More