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PCMag editors select and review products . If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing.Online learning platform Coursera has opened its 3,800-strong catalog of courses to folks currently out of a job due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Federal, state, and local government agencies serving the unemployed can sign up to the firm's Workforce Recovery Initiative for free access to skills-building lessons.Enrollment is open through Sept. 30, but organizations must fill out an online form to apply for access. Workers have until Dec. 31 to complete their courses. Through multi-language videos, assignments, and readings (available via the web, mobile device, or download), anyone can master time management, get a grasp on IT support, or become an app developer. Additional features—program support, enhanced analytics, custom learning assistance, and private transcription—are available for a fee."Coursera for Government is designed for government agencies to provide reskilling and upskilling programs for entire communities," . "If your community has been impacted by COVID-19, please ask your government agency to submit their information on the website."&nbsp;The firm is providing up to 50,000 licences per impacted government. Large nonprofits and NGOs dedicated to providing services to unemployed workers will be considered on a case-by-cases basis. Individuals cannot sign up directly for the initiative."Coursera, along with its community of partners, is ready to serve the millions of workers who have lost their jobs and are going to have a hard time returning in a slow economy," CEO Jeff Maggioncalda said in a statement . "We are honored to help U.S. states and countries around the world in their efforts to alleviate the impact on communities hardest hit by the pandemic."Last month, Coursera for educators and scholars around the world: Learn something new, take on a fresh hobby, discover advice and resources, or get up to speed on different topics for free through May 31. The company also launched a global effort to assist college and university students during the pandemic.Top Tips for Staying Productive When You Work From HomeSign up for What's New Now to get our top stories delivered to your inbox every morning.This newsletter may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. Subscribing to a newsletter indicates your consent to our and . You may unsubscribe from the newsletters at any time.Your subscription has been confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox!AdvertisementEditors' Choice

PCMag editors select and review products . If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing.Online learning platform Coursera has opened its 3,800-strong catalog of courses to folks currently out of a job due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Federal, state, and local government agencies serving the unemployed can sign up to the firm's Workforce Recovery Initiative for free access to skills-building lessons.Enrollment is open through Sept. 30, but organizations must fill out an online form to apply for access. Workers have until Dec. 31 to complete their...

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