GALWAY, IRELAND - 2026-07-16

Alison has added new filter and sorting options to its App, making it easier for Learners to find courses that match how they prefer to study and return to courses already in progress.

The update introduces a sorting option for enrolled courses, giving Learners the option to organise courses in progress by most recently studied or most complete. It also adds a search filter that lets Learners specify whether they prefer video-based or text-based courses when choosing what to enrol in next.

A Simpler Way to Manage Courses in Progress 

Learners often have more than one course underway. The new sorting option gives them a quicker way to decide which one to continue.

Sorting by most recently studied prioritises active learning sessions for immediate continuity, while sorting by most complete helps them focus on completing their courses. Both options are designed to make the App feel easier to navigate during everyday learning moments.

Course Search That Fits Different Learning Styles

Learners do not all study in the same way. Some prefer video-based courses, while others prefer text-based learning that they can read through at their own pace.

The new course filter gives mobile users a more direct route to the kind of course experience they want. By letting Learners set a learning-style preference while searching, the App can help them make a better choice before they enrol.

Small Navigation Improvements That Reduce Friction

The update is part of Alison's continued work to make the mobile learning experience simpler, clearer, and more responsive to how Learners actually use the App.

Together, filters and the sorting feature make the Alison App more useful for people who are managing their courses around busy schedules and changing priorities.

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About Alison

Alison is a global leader in free online learning and skills development. With over 50 million registered Learners across 193 countries (as of October 2025), Alison empowers individuals, communities, and organisations to upskill quickly and effectively – at zero cost.

The Alison platform provides immediate access to over 6,000 free, CPD-accredited courses, covering essential areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Business Operations, Healthcare and Sustainability. Courses are created by a mix of independent experts and global leaders, including IBM, Stanford and Microsoft.

For organisations, Alison offers a Free Learning Management System (LMS) that enables unlimited Learners to access thousands of courses with no upfront cost. A premium version with advanced analytics and customisation is also available. Alison's offering includes a full suite of assessments and psychometric tools, including a Workplace Personality Assessment, Mental Health & Wellbeing Assessment, English Language Proficiency Test, as well as Numerical, Verbal, and Abstract Reasoning tests.

To further support career development, Learners also gain access to a Career Guide, a Resumé Builder, and the ability to study offline through the Alison App.

In 2026, Alison will launch a Global Recruitment Service to directly connect skilled, motivated Learners with hiring employers. The platform is also expanding its reach with multilingual versions, starting with complete Spanish, French, and Hindi offerings — reaffirming its mission to make education accessible to anyone, anywhere.

Founded in 2007, Alison pioneered the concept of free, large-scale online learning and is recognised as the world's first MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) platform. Today, its mission continues: to break down barriers to learning, helping people gain skills, build confidence, and improve their lives — no matter where they live or what they earn.

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