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Gamification in the Workplace: Real Results from 56K+ Learners
Employee engagement isn’t just important; it’s vital. In today’s world of fast change and hybrid work, organisations must prioritise engagement to... Read More
Udemy vs Coursera: Comparison + a Free Alternative
Online learning is booming, but with so many platforms to choose from, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Among the sea of options, two names... Read More
Gamified Learning: How Organisations Can Boost Learning Engagement by 25%
Disengaged learners cost organisations millions in lost productivity, higher turnover, and stalled capability growth. According to Gallup, employee... Read More
How to Build a Daily Learning Habit (And Actually Stick to It)
We all want to learn more, grow faster, and keep upskilling. But let’s be honest, building a consistent learning habit is tough. Life gets busy,... Read More
The Most Popular Free Courses on Alison in 2025
Alison continues to be a driving force in global education, with more than 45 million Learners and 10 million Graduates across 193 countries as of... Read More
Why Learning Feels Better When It’s Fun – Introducing Alison’s Gamified Learning
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... Read More
New Feature: Stay on Top of Your Mental Health with Regular Check-Ins
Work isn’t what it used to be. Roles are shifting, expectations are rising, and stress is showing up in new and unfamiliar ways. Now more than ever,... Read More
Confidence and Control: Grasp Essential Life Skills With New “Adulting” Hub
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... Read MoreFeatured Posts

Gamification in the Workplace: Real Results from 56K+ Learners
August 15, 2025
Employee engagement isn’t just important; it’s vital. In today’s world of fast change and hybrid work, organisations must prioritise engagement to...Read More
Gamified Learning: How Organisations Can Boost Learning Engagement by 25%
August 12, 2025
Disengaged learners cost organisations millions in lost productivity, higher turnover, and stalled capability growth. According to Gallup, employee dise...Read More
How to Build a Daily Learning Habit (And Actually Stick to It)
August 11, 2025
We all want to learn more, grow faster, and keep upskilling. But let’s be honest, building a consistent learning habit is tough. Life gets busy, motiv...Read More
New Feature: Stay on Top of Your Mental Health with Regular Check-Ins
July 29, 2025
Work isn’t what it used to be. Roles are shifting, expectations are rising, and stress is showing up in new and unfamiliar ways. Now more than ever, i...Read More
Assessments: Identifying High-Potential Employees
June 6, 2025
It is a truth universally acknowledged that organisations must invest in their people to enable growth. Identifying and upskilling future leaders is cen...Read More
Unlocking Nigeria’s Potential Through Free Online Education
May 27, 2025
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...Read MorePopular Posts

Alison Learner Spotlight: Meet Gloria Alado
June 15, 2022
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.” – Dr Seuss If we’re honest, s...Read More
Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
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...Read More
Alison vs Coursera and Udemy
February 17, 2025
Why Pay to Upskill When You Can Learn for Free? Thinking about advancing your career with online courses? Platforms like Coursera and Udemy claim to off...Read More
Teaching: A Noble Profession
October 5, 2023
Teachers teach all other professions. This is why teaching is considered by many people as the noblest of all professions. Teaching moulds the minds of ...Read More
John Taylor: “Alison is a truly powerful enabler.”
November 20, 2020
John Taylor is an Alison Graduate who managed a miraculous career change in just a few months thanks to Alison’s free online learning. By upskilli...Read More
Meet the African Businesses Hiring Alison’s Graduates
March 22, 2024
Looking for a job in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa or beyond? Discover how millions of Alison graduates across Africa have leveraged their certifications...Read More