Free On-line Learning Resources
Posted in The Simple Life
About six months ago, I posted some links to free learning resources to create your own lunch and learn sessions. Life-long learning does not have to be an expensive proposition. There are countless free resources to help you expand your knowledge.
Here are three more:
Learn to Speak Languages Online
I was born in Brazil and, up until the time the family returned to Canada, my English and Portuguese developed at a similar rate. My parents tell me, within 24 hours of being in Canada, I stopped speaking Portuguese altogether.
I have often thought of taking some language classes to see what I might learn. BBC offers online training in a number of languages; Portuguese included. I might try picking up a few basic phrases, though I can promise that you will not see me on the Copacabana beach in a Speedo anytime soon. 
UC Berkeley Courses Available on Google Video
The University of California, Berkeley is the preeminent public research and teaching institution in the nation . From classic literature to emerging technologies, the curricula of our 130 academic departments span the wide world of thought and knowledge. Supported by the people of California, the university has embraced public service as an essential part of its mission since 1868. The content on this page —drawn from campus seminars, courses and events—is just one part of UC Berkeley’s commitment to the broadest possible dissemination of knowledge for the benefit of our state, the nation and the world.
Improve your photography skills with video tutorials
The Photo Answers website offers a range of short video tutorials. Pick up new skills and tips from their experts. The videos cover many aspects of photography and imaging techniques to help you learn faster.
Whether you shoot with a digital compact, digital SLR, enjoy Photoshop, are a beginner or more experienced photographer, there’s a video that will help you improve your skills. You’ll discover how to take better pictures and improve them in Photoshop.
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