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We provide free learning materials from MIT's classes. No sign-up or registration. We are part of MIT Open Learning. #mit #mitocw #opencourseware

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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 14h
As we continue to celebrate our 25th anniversary, we want to share some of the stats about OpenCourseWare's reach. Thanks to YOU, the OCW website has received over 1 billion views! That is staggering. We appreciate all the love and support over the years! 🫶
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
🌍Educators from around the globe, thank you! On World Teachers' Day, we recognize your tireless work and celebrate your role in engaging curious minds to create brighter futures for students everywhere
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
What role can open educational resources play in strengthening trusted public knowledge? Join Andrew Lih, Peter B. Kaufman, and Curt Newton for a conversation about a new collaboration with #Wikipedia. 📅 Oct. 6, 2026 💻 Online: bit.ly/4xTU4fH #OpenEducation
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
📢 Ever wondered what's new at OCW? We made a video for that. Tour our newest courses and what makes them special. Fresh resources. One 2-min video. Ready to explore? 🎬
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Watch as Brett Paci, Asst Dir of Media at MIT Open Learning discusses the history of MIT OCW. The webinar was held during Linux Dominicana's Open Saturday Reloaded conference. The video is in Spanish with auto-translated captions available in YouTube's setting. Watch here: bit.ly/4wQUulC
A man with glasses and a baseball hat sits in a studio behind a microphone. Words appear on the bottom of the screen in Spanish that read "Y es un privilegio estar aqui con ustedes."
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Sal Khan, of Khan Academy fame, mused: "There is a direct through line from what MIT did with OpenCourseWare to the existence of Khan Academy." Watch the full video to hear more of Sal's reflections on MIT OpenCourseWare. bit.ly/4wAeb0X
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
🎉 The Climate Justice Instructional Toolkit (CJIT) 2.0 is officially available on MIT OpenCourseWare. The CJIT is a free, openly-licensed resource that helps instructors across disciplines integrate climate justice into their teaching. 👉 Access the Toolkit here: bit.ly/4xL1hyj
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Are you a K–12 teacher getting ready to go back to school? MIT OpenCourseWare offers materials on teaching techniques, the science of learning, and STEAM curricula, all for free and available to use and remix. Check out this blog post to learn more: bit.ly/4cBpVZV
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
MIT Professor Jon Gruber breaks down risk aversion, the psychology behind gambling, and what it means for public policy. Link in the comments! Watch here: bit.ly/3UcX33K
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
The New Engineering Education Transformation (NEET) program truly embodies the MIT spirit of solving by introducing students to the NEET Ways of Thinking, which are cognitive approaches for tackling complex challenges, valued by industry. Check it out now! bit.ly/4yUQ1Rq
The image features an illustrated poster for MIT NEET, depicting three individuals riding a stylized paper airplane. They are shown in dynamic, forward-moving poses on a yellow and white background. Text reads "Learning + Collaborating Across Disciplines." The MIT logo is at the bottom, along with "New Engineering Education Transformation" and a website link.A person working on a Dell laptop with CAD software open, surrounded by electronics including wires, a circuit board, and a robotic component with yellow wheels. A smartphone is placed nearby.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
MIT OpenCourseWare has published thousands of MIT course materials, including lecture notes, problem sets, and even lecture videos! Everything is free, open, and available 24/7! Visit ocw.mit.edu to learn more. What will you learn next? (Image by MIT/Gretchen Ertl).
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Mary, an OpenCourseWare learner, worked at a job and had difficulty finding an academic schedule that worked for her. Enter OpenCourseWare. You can learn anytime, anywhere for free! Visit ocw.mit.edu today (or when you have a time of course.)
A quote on a geometric patterned background reads: "I can use OCW when it is easy for me to study, instead of having to go to a classroom at a specific time. I work and it is difficult, even online to meet the schedules set up. MIT is a well known school and I trust the material provided." - Mary, Independent Learner, United States.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Drones. Artificial intelligence. Cyber warfare. Learn more about "Emerging Technology and International Security" taught by MIT School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences professor and Air Force squadron commander, Erik Lin-Greenberg. bit.ly/4wr2ZUV Always free. Always available.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
What if the best decision isn’t about what you do — but about what everyone else is likely to do next? Check out MIT OpenCourseWare’s new course, Economic Applications of Game Theory that helps explain real-world decision-making. bit.ly/4v7WpS6 📷 Csaba Fekete on Flickr. CC BY-NC-SA
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
From flowing rivers to shifting sand, nature is always on the move. This lecture series breaks down the fascinating science behind how water and wind shape our environment — and why it matters. Click the link to learn more! bit.ly/4aFAlXN (Image by Efotosadis on Flickr. CC BY-SA).
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Did you know that MIT students can learn how to blow glass? Yes, really! You may not know, but MIT has a vibrant arts & crafts scene. "Art, Craft, Science" was just published on OpenCourseWare which illustrates the arts culture at MIT. Visit: bit.ly/4vHiaZu (📷 by Christopher Harting/MIT).
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
The need for accessible, practical AI education has never been greater. To meet this moment, MIT Open Learning is launching Universal AI, an online, self-paced, modular program that takes a learner from AI novice to authority. Learn more here: bit.ly/4u9F8by
Laptop displaying a website titled "MIT Learn" with a course on "Universal AI." The screen shows a video thumbnail and a description of the course, offering enrollment for $999. A table with notebooks and a coffee mug are nearby.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
How do multiple AIs learn to cooperate, compete, and solve problems together? Dive into "Topics in Multiagent Learning" which explores the ideas powering multi-agent system. Click on the link for the the full course materials: bit.ly/48ZnPS2
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Elliptic curves aren't just abstract math—they're the computational foundation securing your digital life. Check out the course materials for the MIT course Elliptic Curves and the FREE online textbook! bit.ly/3RoBDPR 📷 Nadir Hajouji & Steve Trettel. CC BY-NC-SA
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Since 2001, MIT OpenCourseWare, now part of MIT Open Learning, has been sharing MIT course materials online for free. A quarter of a century later, that decision has impacted the lives of more than 500 million people across the world. Read the MIT News Article bit.ly/4eWOHWC
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
You'll learn the methodologies for building machine learning models for healthcare and—more importantly—develop a critical framework for understanding where healthcare data comes from and how bias emerges. Start learning: bit.ly/3P5f7uP. All course materials are free on MIT OpenCourseWare.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Ever wondered how AI masters complex games like Go, Poker, and Diplomacy? 💻 In this new course, you will learn about the game theory and learning strategies behind multi-agent systems. Explore here: bit.ly/48ZnPS2 (📷 Travis Goodspeed on flickr. License: CC BY)
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Happy Star Wars Day from MIT OpenCourseWare! May the 4th Be With You!
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
🎬 A quarter-century of breaking barriers to education! 25 years ago, MIT made a bold choice: share our knowledge with the world—free of charge. Watch the story of how OpenCourseWare transformed education for millions globally. 👉 Watch the Full Documentary bit.ly/4sXh6iG
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Today is the 130th running of the Boston Marathon! While this iconic race is a local tradition for us in Massachusetts, the science behind endurance is global. Explore the chemistry of sports and learn more about how exercise affects the body! bit.ly/4dkSnx1 (📷 by JD on flickr. CC BY)
A large group of marathon runners on a road, participating in the Boston Marathon. Spectators line the sides, under a clear sky.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Some kind words from an independent learner🥰 We appreciate all of you out there who have supported OCW throughout the years!
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
25 years ago, MIT OpenCourseWare launched a simple but radical idea: education should be openly shared with all. Thank you for being part of this movement—for using it, sharing it, and believing in it." (Image by MIT OpenCourseWare/Brett Paci).
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
🚀 The future of open education starts here. Join MIT OpenCourseWare’s 25th Anniversary Symposium on April 8 to explore what’s next for open learning. Details: t.co/FkXR2k3pOr #OpenEd #MITOCW #EducationForAll
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Today at 6:24 EDT, NASA will launch the Artemis II for a lunar fly around. In the meantime, we suggest you check out this awesome course WITH VIDEOS on OCW: Aircraft Systems Engineering, taught by MIT prof. and former astronaut, Jeff Hoffman. 🚀 bit.ly/4c100tO (📷 by NASA/Bill Ingalls).
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
25 years. Millions of learners. Global impact. 🌍 Celebrate OCW’s legacy and hear powerful learner stories at #OCW25 on April 8. 🔗 bit.ly/4dGkHgN #LifelongLearning
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
🚀 The Future of MIT Open Education 📅 April 8 • 3:15–4:15 PM ET A look ahead at innovations shaping open learning—from mobile and multilingual access to AI‑enabled personalization and sustainable open‑knowledge ecosystems. RSVP: bit.ly/4uNGqcX #OCW25 #OpenEducation #MITOpenLearning
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
🌟 Catalysts of Open: Philanthropy’s Role in Open Education 📅 April 8 • 2–3 PM ET Discover how philanthropy fuels global access, equity, and the belief that knowledge should be a public good. RSVP: www.addevent.com/event/wzggm6t04x5x #OCW25 #OpenEducation #PhilanthropyInAction
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
🌍🌐 Knowledge Without Walls: MIT’s Ethos of Open 📅 April 8 • 1:00–1:45 PM ET Explore how MIT’s open‑source, open‑access, open‑science, and open‑publishing practices are shaping the future of equitable global learning. RSVP: bit.ly/4sxBLdE #OCW25 #OpenEducation #MITOpen
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
🌍 Learning Without Limits 📅 April 8 • 11:15 AM–12:15 PM ET Hear inspiring stories from learners and educators whose journeys show how open knowledge creates opportunity around the world. RSVP: www.addevent.com/event/b47n34scggbt #OCW25 #OpenEducation #MITOCW
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
🎬 From Bold Idea to Global Legacy: 25 Years of MIT OCW 📅 April 8 • 10–11 AM ET Kick off the celebration with a new OCW documentary, remarks from MIT’s President, and insights from global open‑education leaders. RSVP: bit.ly/3NG7g5W #OCW25 #OpenEducation #MITOCW
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
🎉 We’re celebrating a major milestone in open learning! Join us on April 8 for From Bold Idea to Global Legacy, marking 25 years of MIT OpenCourseWare. 🌍 📅 10 AM - 4:15 PM ET 📍 MIT Welcome Center or online Learn more & register: bit.ly/4dGkHgN #OCW25 #MITOCW #OpenEducation
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Happy Pi Day everyone! How many digits can you recite from memory? (Image by Mykl Roventine on flickr. CC-BY-NC-SA)
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Happy Pi Day everyone! How many digits can you recite from memory? (Image by Mykl Roventine on flickr. CC-BY-NC-SA)
A collage featuring various numbers in diverse styles and colors. The center highlights the number '314' with a 'Pac-Man' shape design, referencing the mathematical constant pi (π). Each number is distinct, showcasing a variety of textures and typefaces.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Wanna help everyone get educated? Join @mitocw.bsky.social for the MIT 24-Hour Challenge on March 12! On this special day, our giving day, you’ll have twenty, twenty, 24 hours to support OCW’s mission of sharing @mit.edu knowledge freely and openly. RSVP: bit.ly/3OruFYW
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Do you want to use MIT OpenCourseWare on your mobile phone even when you’re offline? We’re pleased to announce an initial release of this new feature, MIT OCW To Go! Simply open ocwtogo.mit.edu in your phone's browser and start learning! Check it out and let us know what you think!
The image shows a smartphone screen displaying an MIT OpenCourseWare app. It features "Featured courses" with two highlighted: "Introduction to CS and Programming using Python" by Dr. Ana Bell and "Single Variable Calculus" by Prof. David Jerison. Each course has options to view details or course videos.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
When MIT OpenCourseWare collaborates with community college faculty, what do we learn about the power of Open? In a set of articles on the Open Matters blog, we outline the project with Maricopa Community Colleges & College of the Canyon about OER. Read the article ➤ bit.ly/4tRcU5x.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
What drives the collaborations program at MIT OpenCourseWare? Learn about what we do and why we do it in a fresh set of articles on the Open Matters blog, titled “Voices from the Field." Learn why we turn to community colleges to amplify the power of open education. ➤ bit.ly/4ruZc6J.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
All you ever wanted to know about deep learning but were afraid to ask. Check out this great course by @MITEECS about deep learning for free on OpenCourseWare! Lecture videos included. bit.ly/4rZKl3Z (Illustration by Open Clip Art on Unsplash) @sarameghanbeery @phillip_isola
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
All you ever wanted to know about deep learning but were afraid to ask. Check out this great course by MIT EECS about deep learning for free on OpenCourseWare! Lecture videos included. bit.ly/4rZKl3Z (Illustration by Open Clip Art on Unsplash) @sarameghanbeery.bsky.social @phillipisola.bsky.social
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Get ready! The MIT 24-Hour Challenge returns on Thursday, March 12! 🗓️ Save the date to support MIT OpenCourseWare in sharing MIT’s world-changing knowledge. bit.ly/4adK5sl @mitopenlearning.bsky.social #MITalumni
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
MIT OpenCourseWare has reached 500M+ learners—and it’s just getting started. Join us Feb 25 in Santa Monica for Opening Minds, Empowering Futures, featuring OCW Director Curt Newton. 📅 Feb 25 | ⏰ 6–8 PM | 📍 Blankspaces Santa Monica #MITOCW #OpenEducation Register here: bit.ly/4tzVqdT
This image is a promotional flyer for an event titled "Opening Minds, Empowering Futures: The Next Era of MIT OpenCourseWare." The event is scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 6-9 PM at Downtown Santa Monica Blankspaces, 929 Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401. The event is hosted by the MIT Alumni Club of Southern California. There is a portrait of Curt Newton, identified as the Director of MIT OpenCourseWare, on the right side of the flyer.
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
On this Valentine's Day, we remember George McFly's iconic profession of love, "You are my density." OpenCourseWare is not just a place for math or physics, so check out our small but mighty collection of courses about love. bit.ly/4aPstTK (Photo by Jamie Street on Unsplash.)
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Institutions, like courts or schools, can shape a city just as much as the physical buildings it contains. "American Urban History" is an MIT seminar on the history of institutions in US cities from 1850 to the present. 👉 bit.ly/4q7bqRq (📷 melanzane1013 on flickr. CC BY-SA).
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
In 2025, learners spent 3 MILLION HOURS on the OpenCourseWare website! Wow! We are so grateful for everybody who visited the site and has supported us over the years. Thank you! If you haven't visited our site yet, go to ocw.mit.edu to check it out!
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MIT OpenCourseWare @mitocw.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
What does MIT OpenCourseWare learn when we collaborate with community college faculty? In this episode of Chalk Radio, we talk with Shira Segal about our work with open educators at Maricopa Community Colleges and College of the Canyons. Listen to the full episode: bit.ly/4jHVgwz
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