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1. \u041e\u0442\u043a\u0440\u044b\u0442\u043e\u0435 \u043e\u0431\u0440\u0430\u0437\u043e\u0432\u0430\u043d\u0438\u0435<\/a> (Open Education)![\"openedu-ru\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/openedu-ru.png\")
<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Free (but certificates may require payment)<\/p>\nLet’s kick off with the Russian equivalent of Udemy\/edX\/Coursera! OpenEdu.ru provides access to MOOCs from major Russian universities.<\/p>\n
As you can see, most of the courses on the site are in Russian. For that reason, this site works best for intermediate to advanced learners. If you’re looking for courses on “Russian as a foreign language,” you can type in \u0420\u0443\u0441\u0441\u043a\u0438\u0439 \u043a\u0430\u043a \u0418\u043d\u043e\u0441\u0442\u0440\u0430\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439<\/em> or \u0420\u041a\u0418\u00a0<\/em>for short.<\/p>\nIn case you have questions about enrollment or how to use the site, go to their English language FAQ section<\/a>.<\/p>\n2. PushkinOnline<\/a>![\"pushkin-institute\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/pushkin-institute.jpg\")
<\/a><\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\nAn online project of the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute, this site provides lessons tailored to each of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) skill levels\u2014A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2.<\/p>\n
You can also sort the courses according to subject: Russian as a foreign language, Russian language, Literature, Regional geography, Culture, Science and technology, Physical education and sports and History. If you’re just starting out in your Russian studies, go here<\/a>.<\/p>\n3. Universarium<\/a><\/strong>![\"universarium\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/universarium.png\")
<\/a><\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\nThe courses are available only on a schedule (i.e. not self-paced), but the selection provides a good variety of interesting classes<\/a> for advanced Russian speakers.<\/p>\nAgain, if you’re looking for classes that specifically teach the Russian language, type \u0420\u0443\u0441\u0441\u043a\u0438\u0439 \u043a\u0430\u043a \u0418\u043d\u043e\u0441\u0442\u0440\u0430\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439<\/em> or \u0420\u041a\u0418<\/em> into the search bar.<\/p>\n4. Stepik<\/a>![\"stepik\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/stepik.png\")
<\/a><\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Depends on the course<\/p>\nLike Universarium, Stepik is a repository of Russian language courses for advanced learners.<\/p>\n
Many of the courses are in Computer Science, so if you happen to be studying Russian and<\/em> are in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field, this site allows you to kill two birds with one stone. You can also sort courses according to whether they offer certificates and\/or whether they’re free.\u00a0<\/p>\n5. Coursera<\/a><\/strong>![\"coursera\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/coursera.png\")
<\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Depends on the course (with financial aid options available)<\/p>\nCoursera is a treasure trove of MOOCs offered by universities all over the world. Many of the classes operate on a set schedule, meaning you need to enroll by a certain date and meet deadlines to stay on track.<\/p>\n
This can be a good thing for learners who need some discipline, but not as helpful for folks on a tight schedule. The good news is that Coursera lets you switch to a later session if you fall behind, and any work you\u2019ve completed will transfer with you.<\/p>\n
The Russian language offerings<\/a> on Coursera are generally geared toward more advanced learners. The available courses at the moment can take anywhere from one week to six months to complete.<\/p>\n6. Udemy<\/a>![\"udemy\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/udemy.jpg\")
<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Depends on the course (discounts are available now and then)<\/p>\nUdemy has a wide range of Russian language offerings<\/a> for different proficiency levels. You’ll find everything from classes on essential beginner Russian to Russian literature for dummies<\/a>.<\/p>\nThe site provides an overview of each class, telling you the number of lectures, total time and level. The classes are self-paced and the fee includes lifetime access to the course materials, making Udemy classes a great option for learners on a busy schedule.<\/p>\n
7. Class Central<\/a>![\"class-central\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/class-central.png\")
<\/a><\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Depends on the course<\/p>\nClass Central is similar to Coursera, in that it has courses pulled from universities as well as other providers like Udemy. You can browse by subject area, provider, university and institution (Google, Microsoft, etc.), or type what you’re looking for into the search bar. For example, if you type in “Russian,” you’ll get this<\/a>.<\/p>\nOnce you have a bunch of results, you can filter them further according to level (beginner, intermediate, advanced), according to the type of course (with\/without certificate, university course, non-university course), length of time, subject and language.<\/p>\n
8. MIT OpenCourseWare<\/a>![\"mit-opencourseware\"](\"https:\/\/www.fluentu.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/site\/\/2\/mit-opencourseware.jpg\")
<\/a><\/h2>\nPrice: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\nMIT OpenCourseWare is arguably one of the pioneer MOOC platforms, and it’s still going strong.<\/p>\n
Although it doesn’t have any “Russian as a foreign language” MOOCs, it does have a handful of courses for those interested in Russian history, culture and politics. For example, there’s “The Making of Russia in the Worlds of Byzantium, Mongolia, and Europe”<\/a>, “Imperial and Revolutionary Russia: Culture and Politics, 1700-1917”<\/a> and “Soviet and Post-Soviet Politics and Society, 1917 to the Present.”<\/a><\/p>\nYou’ve probably already heard that language and culture cannot be studied independently of each other. So, if there are any aspects of the Russian language or culture that don’t make sense to you, perhaps these courses can shed light on some of the more inscrutable aspects of Russia!<\/p>\n
How to Get the Most Out of Your MOOC<\/h2>\n\n- Think about why you chose the course and what you\u2019re hoping to get out of it. <\/strong>Is it an advanced class and you\u2019re hoping to take your language skills to the next level? Did you choose a Russian literature course with the intention of reading some of the great Russian novelists in the original language<\/a>? Whatever your reason, define it from the outset so you can stay motivated and track your progress.<\/li>\n
- Do the work.<\/strong> We all know there\u2019s no easy road to mastering Russian, so prepare yourself to do the work the MOOC will require. Make time in your weekly schedule to watch the videos and complete the assignments. If you\u2019re following a self-paced option, you might enlist a friend to hold you accountable, or set little rewards for yourself as you complete course milestones.<\/li>\n
- Reach out to other learners.<\/strong> One of the great features of many MOOCs is the interactive component, so take advantage of that. Check out the discussion forums, and see what you can learn from the other students in the class\u2014and how you might be able to help them.<\/li>\n
- Test your level.<\/strong> Many of the Russian language MOOCs use the CEFR\u2014a system for assessing language proficiency\u2014to indicate their class level. So test yourself<\/a> before looking for a course to make sure you\u2019re choosing one that’s appropriate for you.\n
For example, you can take some Russian language quizzes on the platform FluentU<\/a>.FluentU<\/strong> takes authentic videos\u2014like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talks\u2014and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.<\/p>\r\n<\/p>\r\n
You can try FluentU for free for 2 weeks. Check out the website or download the iOS app<\/a> or Android app.<\/a><\/p>\r\n
Let’s kick off with the Russian equivalent of Udemy\/edX\/Coursera! OpenEdu.ru provides access to MOOCs from major Russian universities.<\/p>\n
As you can see, most of the courses on the site are in Russian. For that reason, this site works best for intermediate to advanced learners. If you’re looking for courses on “Russian as a foreign language,” you can type in \u0420\u0443\u0441\u0441\u043a\u0438\u0439 \u043a\u0430\u043a \u0418\u043d\u043e\u0441\u0442\u0440\u0430\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439<\/em> or \u0420\u041a\u0418\u00a0<\/em>for short.<\/p>\n In case you have questions about enrollment or how to use the site, go to their English language FAQ section<\/a>.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\n An online project of the Pushkin State Russian Language Institute, this site provides lessons tailored to each of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) skill levels\u2014A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2.<\/p>\n You can also sort the courses according to subject: Russian as a foreign language, Russian language, Literature, Regional geography, Culture, Science and technology, Physical education and sports and History. If you’re just starting out in your Russian studies, go here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\n The courses are available only on a schedule (i.e. not self-paced), but the selection provides a good variety of interesting classes<\/a> for advanced Russian speakers.<\/p>\n Again, if you’re looking for classes that specifically teach the Russian language, type \u0420\u0443\u0441\u0441\u043a\u0438\u0439 \u043a\u0430\u043a \u0418\u043d\u043e\u0441\u0442\u0440\u0430\u043d\u043d\u044b\u0439<\/em> or \u0420\u041a\u0418<\/em> into the search bar.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>Depends on the course<\/p>\n Like Universarium, Stepik is a repository of Russian language courses for advanced learners.<\/p>\n Many of the courses are in Computer Science, so if you happen to be studying Russian and<\/em> are in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field, this site allows you to kill two birds with one stone. You can also sort courses according to whether they offer certificates and\/or whether they’re free.\u00a0<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>Depends on the course (with financial aid options available)<\/p>\n Coursera is a treasure trove of MOOCs offered by universities all over the world. Many of the classes operate on a set schedule, meaning you need to enroll by a certain date and meet deadlines to stay on track.<\/p>\n This can be a good thing for learners who need some discipline, but not as helpful for folks on a tight schedule. The good news is that Coursera lets you switch to a later session if you fall behind, and any work you\u2019ve completed will transfer with you.<\/p>\n The Russian language offerings<\/a> on Coursera are generally geared toward more advanced learners. The available courses at the moment can take anywhere from one week to six months to complete.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>Depends on the course (discounts are available now and then)<\/p>\n Udemy has a wide range of Russian language offerings<\/a> for different proficiency levels. You’ll find everything from classes on essential beginner Russian to Russian literature for dummies<\/a>.<\/p>\n The site provides an overview of each class, telling you the number of lectures, total time and level. The classes are self-paced and the fee includes lifetime access to the course materials, making Udemy classes a great option for learners on a busy schedule.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>Depends on the course<\/p>\n Class Central is similar to Coursera, in that it has courses pulled from universities as well as other providers like Udemy. You can browse by subject area, provider, university and institution (Google, Microsoft, etc.), or type what you’re looking for into the search bar. For example, if you type in “Russian,” you’ll get this<\/a>.<\/p>\n Once you have a bunch of results, you can filter them further according to level (beginner, intermediate, advanced), according to the type of course (with\/without certificate, university course, non-university course), length of time, subject and language.<\/p>\n Price: <\/strong>Free<\/p>\n MIT OpenCourseWare is arguably one of the pioneer MOOC platforms, and it’s still going strong.<\/p>\n Although it doesn’t have any “Russian as a foreign language” MOOCs, it does have a handful of courses for those interested in Russian history, culture and politics. For example, there’s “The Making of Russia in the Worlds of Byzantium, Mongolia, and Europe”<\/a>, “Imperial and Revolutionary Russia: Culture and Politics, 1700-1917”<\/a> and “Soviet and Post-Soviet Politics and Society, 1917 to the Present.”<\/a><\/p>\n You’ve probably already heard that language and culture cannot be studied independently of each other. So, if there are any aspects of the Russian language or culture that don’t make sense to you, perhaps these courses can shed light on some of the more inscrutable aspects of Russia!<\/p>\n For example, you can take some Russian language quizzes on the platform FluentU<\/a>. FluentU<\/strong> takes authentic videos\u2014like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talks\u2014and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.<\/p>\r\n <\/p>\r\n You can try FluentU for free for 2 weeks. Check out the website or download the iOS app<\/a> or Android app.<\/a><\/p>\r\n2. PushkinOnline<\/a>
<\/a><\/h2>\n3. Universarium<\/a><\/strong>
<\/a><\/h2>\n4. Stepik<\/a>
<\/a><\/h2>\n5. Coursera<\/a><\/strong>
<\/h2>\n6. Udemy<\/a>
<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n7. Class Central<\/a>
<\/a><\/h2>\n8. MIT OpenCourseWare<\/a>
<\/a><\/h2>\nHow to Get the Most Out of Your MOOC<\/h2>\n
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