To make fellow humans aware of some promising self-improvement resources available in web space, as these come into my own awareness, from day to day.
Discussion
While this is not an endorsement, the assumption is that it is better that you know, rather than not. As in many parts of this blog, this is experimental service to test public interest, with a view toward instituting this concept in more permanent systems under development.
The Great Courses brings engaging professors into your home or car through courses on DVD, audio CD, and other formats. Since 1990, great teachers from the Ivy League, Stanford, Georgetown, and other leading colleges and universities have crafted over 390 courses for lifelong learners. We provide the adventure of learning, without the homework or exams.
Our mission:
- To ignite the passion for lifelong learning by offering great courses taught by great professors.
- Our values:
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- Cultivate every resource. Confront, accept, and improve hard facts.
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What we've done:
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