FutureLearn, an online platform offering courses by educational institutions
Autonomous learningGroup/pair work - outsidersIndividual workWebsite/other users supply
Description: FutureLearn is an online platform offering a wide range of Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on various subjects, including languages, taught by universities and institutions worldwide. They usually consist of video lectures, readings, quizzes, and discussions. Learners progress through modules at their own pace, with opportunities for interaction with instructors and fellow students such as online fora. At the end of the course, they can also obtain an official certificate from internationally renowned universities under payment. FutureLearn is free to use, although some courses are paid. Signing up for an account is required to enroll in courses and track progress. FutureLearn is owned by The Open University and was developed in partnership with SEEK Ltd.
Evaluation: FutureLearn is a valuable and versatile platform, offering courses across various disciplines, with content accessible for the duration of courses. Its engaging format provides interactive materials for self-paced study. FutureLearn is a fantastic example of how the internet can democratise access to quality higher education. Its interface is intuitive and easy to navigate, so basic IT skills are sufficient for its use.
Cost: Free. Access to course materials is granted during the course's duration plus an additional 14 days. Paid options available for unlimited access.
Type Of Interaction:
Group/pair work - outsiders,
Individual work,
Content:
Website/other users supply,
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency 
Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: English
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : High. Future Learn only collects user data and cookies necessary for its functioning, and solely shares it with third parties for internal use. This data is thus not sold to advertisers on the website, but is rather used for circulating emails and notifications. Its privacy policy mentions data storage on secure servers. Future Learn’s privacy policy mentions the right to request deletion or removal of personal data. Future Learn complies with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes, users with an account can save courses and more.