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Is Your Workplace Making You Happy?
In today’s fast-paced work environment, health and wellbeing can take second place to achieving career goals. Enter Happy Office, an organisation... Read More
Mastering Emergency Response: Why Life-Saving Certifications Are Essential
The importance of being able to act effectively in a world where emergencies could be sudden and irresistible cannot be overstated. Alison, in... Read More
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
Turning Your Side Hustle into Your Main Hustle
Discover the benefits of a second job and how you can make a full-time business from a side hustle! Perhaps you, like the majority, find the cost of... Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Building Job Market Skills through Online Learning
Three out of four companies provide online learning opportunities for their employees. This just highlights the importance of continuous skill... Read More
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA): What Parents Need to Know
Written by Liau Alex Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) might sound complicated, but it’s a valuable method for understanding and modifying behaviour.... Read More
Alison’s Top 10 Free Online Courses in 2024
Hundreds of thousands of learners log into Alison every day, accessing our free online courses to further their education, learn new skills, enhance... Read More
Continuing Education for Nurses: How Online Learning Supports Lifelong Professional Growth
You knew when you graduated from nursing school that your educational journey wasn’t over. Continuing education is as critical for nurses as the... Read More
Navigating the AI Revolution: Learn about the new AI ISO – Responsible AI Management System – ISO/IEC 42001:2023
Written by Alison Course Creator, Shai Spetgang AI use is exploding! Since OpenAI was introduced in 2022, artificial intelligence (AI) design,... Read More
Outsmart Fake News: Protect Yourself From Online Misinformation
Discover how to decipher fact from fiction and avoid falling for fake news stories on social media. Spreading false information can be a source of... Read More
10 Reasons to Become a Better Photographer
Develop your camera and photo-editing skills with self-paced photography courses. The field of photography has been growing and expanding since the... Read More
In-Demand Careers for 2024
There’s no time like the present for taking stock of your career and reviewing your options. Do you enjoy your job? Is it time to start your own... Read More
Meet the African Businesses Hiring Alison’s Graduates
Looking for a job in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa or beyond? Discover how millions of Alison graduates across Africa have leveraged their... Read More
7 Reasons to Explore Irish Culture and Heritage this St Patrick’s Day
Discover your Irish roots and tap into the magical sounds of Irish traditional music on March 17th, the feast day of the patron saint of Ireland.... Read More
7 Steps of the Individualized Education Program Process
Written by Liau Alex An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a documented outline of an educational plan specifically crafted to cater to a... Read More
Unlock Your Potential: Explore the World of Martial Arts With Alison’s Free Online Courses
What do former US president Barack Obama, Russian leader Vladimir Putin and actor Jennifer Anniston have in common? They are among an estimated 350... Read More
Digital Literacy Explained and 5 Reasons You Need It
It might sound as exciting as a trip to the dentist, but digital literacy is a fundamental skill if you want to get the most out of 21st-century... Read More
7 Skill-Boosting Christmas Gift Ideas People Will Love and Use
Explore Christmas gifts that your loved ones will not only appreciate but also use, thanks to Alison’s free online courses. Who hasn’t watched... Read More
The Need for Informed Conversations Around Conflicts
The effects of war have always transcended the borders where wars are fought. These conflicts shape the minds of millions around the world. And with... Read More
Building Character and Life Skills Through Sports
On 28 October, the rugby world came to a standstill as an epic battle played out between South Africa and New Zealand in the Rugby World Cup final... Read MoreFeatured Posts
Assessments: Identifying High-Potential Employees
June 6, 2025
It is a truth universally acknowledged that organisations must invest in their people to enable growth. Identifying and upskilling future leaders is cen...Read More
Unlocking Nigeria’s Potential Through Free Online Education
May 27, 2025
Africa is on the brink of a major change in their economy. With 70% of its population under the age of 30, and half of the global workforce projected to...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
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 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
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 MoreMeet 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