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Five Facts to Share with Family this Holiday Season

Head home for the holidays with edX Holiday gatherings can be relaxing, stressful, or dull – depending on the crowd, of course. If conversation hits a lull with your coworkers or closest of kin, these...

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The 3 Most Important New Year’s Resolutions and How to Keep Them

It’s no surprise that the New Year’s resolutions to be healthier, learn something new and be a better, more positive person top most lists. These things form the basis for achieving so much more. A...

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A New Year’s Resolution to Chart a New Course

The start of a new year is a great time to try something new. If you’ve been thinking about a new career direction or are interested in broadening your skills, taking an introductory online course will...

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Natural Disasters: Reddit AMA with McGill Professors John Gyakum and John Stix

Natural Disasters occur everywhere. What causes natural disasters? How can you avoid them? How do governments and individuals prepare? Are we doing enough? Ask your questions about natural disasters...

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On MLK Day, A Focus on Education and a Better Tomorrow

Today honors Martin Luther King Jr., a civil rights pioneer in America and beyond. MLK Jr. was an advocate for humanity, justice, education and service. Though a leader from the U.S., the King holiday...

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Q&A with Professor Tomoya Shibayama

What causes tsunamis? How can we better prepare? What questions do you have about tsunamis and storm surges? This Thursday, January 21, ask your questions of Tomoya Shibayama, who is currently teaching...

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Q&A with BerkleeICE Director Panos Panay

Leverage your creativity to build a business with expert guidance from BerkleeICE Director Panos Panay. This Wednesday, January 27, ask your questions of Panos Panay, head of Berklee’s Institute for...

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Q&A with Penn professor of IP Law

From patent trolls to copyrighting hashtags, intellectual property can be daunting and complex. This Tuesday, February 2, ask your questions about intellectual property law of R. Polk Wagner, who will...

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Go Beyond Groundhog Day – Learn Science and Philosophy

Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow. So, is it really an early spring? Every year, on February 2nd, Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his burrow in the early morning hours as thousands watch in...

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Happiness, Language and Superheroes. Courses You’ll Love from edX!

Fall in love with learning this Valentine’s Day.  Looking for something special this Valentine’s Day? The gift of learning lasts a lifetime. At edX, our mission is to not only provide high-quality...

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We’d like to thank the Academics: Oscars Night with MOOCs

The biggest night in awards season is upon us, and we’ve compiled our recommendations for your red carpet MOOCs. The Academy Awards recognize achievements in film – a medium which reflects societal...

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Gender Equality of the Future Must Include the Past

This is a guest blog post by Beth Myers, PhD, Director of Special Collections at Smith College.  Over the past year, Smith College has collaborated with edX to create Smith’s first MOOC, Psychology of...

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Courses Insπred by Pi Day

Celebrate Pi Day with an extra slice of knowledge The year was 1988, the day was Monday and the place – San Fransisco. A physicist named Larry Shaw at the San Fransisco Science museum realized the date...

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Q&A With Professor Lauren Duncan

This Tuesday, March 15, ask your questions of Professor Lauren Duncan, who is teaching the upcoming course Psychology of Political Activism: Women Changing the World. (Check back here for the link when...

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Opening Up Rome’s Architecture

Today marks the Ides of March. This day not only signifies a particular day on the Roman calendar, but it is also the day Julius Caesar was assassinated, igniting a turning point in Roman history with...

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edX Celebrates 4 Years!

Four years later and edX learners have accomplished so much.  In 2012, edX began with a strong passion and commitment to our mission to increase access to high-quality education for everyone,...

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May the Fourth Be With You

Androids, Aerodynamics, and Avoiding the Dark Side: edX Courses for Star Wars fans It’s safe to say that the team at edX HQ has its fair share of Star Wars fans. This film franchise has everything: an...

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Knowledge is My Superpower: edX and X-Men Join Forces

We are excited to announce that we have teamed up with 20th Century Fox to offer our learners a chance to win an exclusive X-Men experience as part of the edX X-Men: Apocalypse sweepstakes. One lucky...

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Reddit AMA with MicroMasters Program Leaders—Discussing the New Innovative...

UPDATE: The Reddit AMA is now live. Click here.  What is a MicroMasters credential? How does a MicroMasters program advance my career and accelerate a Master’s Degree? Along with 14 of our global...

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EdX Celebrates World Teachers’ Day 2016

Is there a teacher that’s had a significant impact on your life? Join us in thanking them today on #WorldTeachersDay as we commend educators from all over the world! World Teachers’ Day, celebrated...

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