Learning Online

Let’s be honest, the word “learning” doesn’t always spark joy. For many of us, it brings back memories of stressful exams, dull textbooks and the countdown to the final bell. But learning doesn’t have to feel like a chore. In fact, it shouldn’t. Whether you’re upskilling for a new job, brushing up on professional development,…

Do you ever feel ill-equipped to handle all the challenges of adult life? Our new “Adulting” Hub  is here to help with free online courses. While the term “Adulting” is sardonic, in reality, navigating life’s challenges is no joke. Housing, social media overload and the pressures of work and study are all stressors. According to…

If you’ve ever looked up online learning platforms, the results may overwhelm you. There are so many options to choose from, and many people are not sure which one would be best for them. A good online platform offers flexible learning, quality content, and countless career benefits, and it can be tough to figure out…

Loneliness is a natural human emotion, yet it remains one of the most stigmatised. This Loneliness Awareness Week (June 9-15), Alison is highlighting a free course designed to help develop connections – and open up conversations about this natural aspect of the human condition.  The course, Guide to Wellbeing: From Loneliness to Connection, highlights how…

Africa is on the brink of a major change in their economy. With 70% of its population under the age of 30, and half of the global workforce projected to be African by 2030, the continent holds great potential for the future. However, only 8% of the world’s population has attended university or any form…

Since COVID in 2020, homeschooling has become a popular choice for many families who would prefer an alternative to traditional education. Whether you need something that is flexible or a more personalised curriculum, homeschooling provides many advantages. Alison has many great online courses to help you on your homeschooling journey. The platform offers a tailored…

The World Economic Forum (WEF) has published its Future of Jobs Report 2025. This barometer of trends across all sectors anticipates challenges and opportunities for growth until 2030. Key takeaways include the imperative for a flexible workforce that is prepared to upskill in line with technological advances.  Over 1,000 employers contributed insights into evolving technological,…

Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made, disasters have been a fact of life since dinosaurs walked the earth. Today, financial crises, political instability, diseases, wars, and climate change are all taking their toll. In 2023…

Homeschooling expert Carole Dolan Weed discusses the role of online music lessons in supporting children’s education. Whether we are Unschooling or Classical Education enthusiasts, the one thing we homeschoolers all have in common is the desire to cultivate our kids’ abilities and talents.  My homeschooled son displayed an interest in learning music from the time…

By Carole Dolan Weed Hello, fellow homeschoolers and welcome to the Alison Homeschooling Blog!  I’m very excited to be part of Alison’s mission to assist homeschool families on their journey to successful, fulfilling education. I am a former teacher and veteran homeschooler. I love our homeschooling community and am so glad my family has been…