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Alison & The Ismaili National Council UK – A Partnership in Community Learning
Written by: Aga Khan Education Board The Ismaili National Council UK is one of a variety of organisations around the world using Alison to bring... Read More
Francis Bonsu: “Alison offers more information and detail compared to the normal face to face lectures we had in university.”
My name is Francis Bonsu from Ghana in West Africa. Currently, I work as software test engineer for Transsion Technology GH Limited who are the sole... Read More
Sandra Outerbridge: “The courses I’ve taken have given me confidence to try new things.”
My name is Sandra Enith Marie Outerbridge. I live on the beautiful island of Bermuda. I am a 69 year old retired paraeducator and I’m a... Read More
Esther Chidinma Chinweuba: “With Alison, you can find any course you desire to learn.”
“My name is Esther Chidinma Chinweuba from the south-eastern part of Nigeria. I’m a graduate of Forestry and Wildlife and am currently a... Read More
Ayamel Wahabi Hakima: “I think Alison is the best in high quality schooling!”
“My name is Ayamel Wahabi Hakima. I am from Morocco. I am 43 years old. I’m a keen user of the internet and I take a lot of courses... Read More
Shalini Tripathi: “With Alison, I gained knowledge and also confidence in myself.”
“My name is Shalini and I am from Mumbai. Over the years, my experience as a HR employee has given me the opportunity to specialise in talent... Read More
Abasido Umoh: “Alison courses are well structured and very informative.”
“My name is Abasido Umoh. I’m Nigerian and I’m a final year student at the University of Calabar in Cross River State in Nigeria.... Read More
Sean Wallace-Docherty: “With Alison, you can learn on the move, which is absolutely amazing.”
“My name is Sean Wallace-Docherty, a partner and a father of one. I grew up in the north-east of the UK and am proud of my heritage. In 1999,... Read MoreFeatured Posts
What is a Content Library? Main Features and Applications
September 5, 2025
In today’s workplaces, knowledge is abundant but often disorganised. Employees lose hours searching for resources scattered across email threads, shar...Read More
Gamification in the Workplace: Real Results from 56K+ Learners
August 15, 2025
Employee engagement isn’t just important; it’s vital. In today’s world of fast change and hybrid work, organisations must prioritise engagement to...Read More
Gamified Learning: How Organisations Can Boost Learning Engagement by 25%
August 12, 2025
Disengaged learners cost organisations millions in lost productivity, higher turnover, and stalled capability growth. According to Gallup, employee dise...Read More
How to Build a Daily Learning Habit (And Actually Stick to It)
August 11, 2025
We all want to learn more, grow faster, and keep upskilling. But let’s be honest, building a consistent learning habit is tough. Life gets busy, motiv...Read More
New Feature: Stay on Top of Your Mental Health with Regular Check-Ins
July 29, 2025
Work isn’t what it used to be. Roles are shifting, expectations are rising, and stress is showing up in new and unfamiliar ways. Now more than ever, i...Read More
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 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 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