EduOpen, a portal dedicated to free online courses, launched on 26 March 2020 to provide distance-learning opportunities to all learners. The platform offers courses in both Italian and English, organized by 14 Italian universities: the University of Bari Aldo Moro, Catania, Ferrara, Foggia, Genoa, Modena and Reggio Emilia, Milan Bicocca, Parma, Perugia, the University of Salento, Venice Ca’ Foscari, the Polytechnic of Bari, the Free University of Bolzano, and the Polytechnic of Marche.
Course offerings and structure
The courses cover a range of disciplines including design, technology, medicine, pharmacy, and humanities. Each course runs for three to five weeks, allowing learners to complete training modules within a flexible timeframe. The platform aims to make higher education accessible through online delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Which universities participate in EduOpen?
Fourteen Italian universities organize courses on the platform: Bari Aldo Moro, Catania, Ferrara, Foggia, Genoa, Modena and Reggio Emilia, Milan Bicocca, Parma, Perugia, Salento, Venice Ca’ Foscari, Polytechnic of Bari, Free University of Bolzano, and Polytechnic of Marche.
In what languages are courses offered?
Courses are available in both Italian and English.
How long do courses typically last?
Each course runs for three to five weeks.