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Top 7 MIT classes you can take online for free

Jan. 28, 2016

Do you want to get an MIT education without the exams, assignments, and crippling tuition?

Do you want to get an MIT education without the exams, assignments, and crippling tuition? The Massachusetts Institute of Technology has posted materials from over 2,000 different classes online, making it easier than ever to broaden your horizons from the comfort of your sofa. According to the school, MIT OpenCourseWare receives over 2 million visits each month. These visits come from all over the world, with over half coming from outside of North America.

With courses ranging from nuclear engineering and applied mathematics to architecture and American literature, it can be daunting to decide on which courses to take. Luckily, Inverse has put together a list of introductory-level courses that are sure to peak your interest.

To view the complete list, read “MIT's 7 Best Free Online Courses: Quantum Physics and Making Video Games” from Inverse.

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Alexis Gajewski | Senior Content Strategist

Alexis Gajewski has over 15 years of experience in the maintenance, reliability, operations, and manufacturing space. She joined Plant Services in 2008 and works to bring readers the news, insight, and information they need to make the right decisions for their plants. Alexis also authors “The Lighter Side of Manufacturing,” a blog that highlights the fun and innovative advances in the industrial sector. 

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