LinkedIn Learning

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LinkedIn Learning is an American massive open online course (MOOC) provider. It offers video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative, and business skills. LinkedIn Learning is a subsidiary of LinkedIn, which is owned by Microsoft.

History[edit | edit source]

LinkedIn Learning was originally known as Lynda.com, founded in 1995 by Lynda Weinman. The platform was one of the first to offer online video-based learning. In 2015, LinkedIn acquired Lynda.com for $1.5 billion. Following the acquisition, the service was rebranded as LinkedIn Learning in 2017.

Features[edit | edit source]

LinkedIn Learning provides a wide range of courses across various fields, including technology, business, and creative skills. The platform offers personalized course recommendations based on the user's profile and learning history. Users can also earn certificates of completion, which can be added to their LinkedIn profiles.

Course Categories[edit | edit source]

Business
Creative
Technology

Learning Paths[edit | edit source]

LinkedIn Learning offers structured learning paths that guide users through a series of courses to master a specific skill or achieve a particular career goal.

Integration with LinkedIn[edit | edit source]

LinkedIn Learning is integrated with the LinkedIn platform, allowing users to share their learning achievements with their professional network. The integration also enables personalized course recommendations based on the user's LinkedIn profile and job role.

Subscription Model[edit | edit source]

LinkedIn Learning operates on a subscription-based model. Users can choose between a monthly or annual subscription, which provides unlimited access to the entire course library. Some organizations also offer LinkedIn Learning as part of their employee development programs.