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Itaú Cultural Launches 40 Free Online Courses, Covering Areas Such as History, Photography, and Audiovisual Production. They Are Self-Directed, Allowing Students to Learn at Their Own Pace. Free Certification Available. Sign Up and Start Learning Today!
Have you ever thought about studying history, photography, or audiovisual production from home for free? Itaú Cultural has just launched a surprising initiative that promises to turn your free time into high-quality learning.
There are 40 free and fully online courses offered by the Itaú Cultural School, covering a variety of areas. And the best part: you can manage your own time to complete the courses!
These courses are self-directed, which means you don’t need a tutor or teacher to guide your learning.
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The content is diverse, including videos, texts, podcasts, infographics, and tests, allowing you to learn in a dynamic and practical way.
From the moment of registration, students have up to 90 days to complete their studies, and if approved, receive a free certificate.
A Wide Range of Courses for All Tastes
The course list is extensive and varied, covering everything from artistic fields to social issues. Check out some of the courses offered:
- Theater for Children – Exploring the art of theater with a focus on young audiences.
- Training as Curation: Literature for Children – Learning to select and curate children’s literature.
- Streaming in Practice: Create Professional Live Streams with Streamlabs Talk Studio – Techniques and tools for live broadcasting.
- Streaming in Practice: Create Professional Live Streams with OBS – Using OBS software for quality live streams.
- Planning Live Streams and Streaming Events – Strategies for organizing live broadcasts.
- Streaming: Concepts and Fundamentals – Basic fundamentals of streaming.
- Racial Equity Formative Track – Approaches and practices to promote racial equity.
- Constellation of Arts – Brazilian Literary Experiences: Ways of Existing – Study of Brazilian literature and its nuances.
Accessible and Flexible Learning
The Itaú Cultural School offers a flexible approach, allowing each student to manage their study time according to their routine.
With 90 days to complete the courses, you can progress at your own pace and adapt your learning to your schedule.
Courses for Educators and Professionals
There are also options aimed at educators, such as:
- Pathway in the Arts for Teachers: Photography in the Classroom – Utilizing photography as an educational tool.
- Pathway in the Arts for Teachers: Literature in the Classroom – Teaching literature in an engaging way.
- Pathway in the Arts for Teachers: Art Education as Emancipatory Practice – Methods of art education for empowerment.
Contemporary and Relevant Topics
The courses also address contemporary and relevant topics, such as LGBT+ narratives, racial equity, and accessibility in cultural spaces. These courses offer a unique opportunity to deepen knowledge in areas important to today’s society.
Certification and Recognition
Upon completing the course, approved students receive a free certificate, recognizing their dedication and learning. This certification can be a differentiator in the job market, demonstrating initiative and commitment to personal and professional development.
How to Sign Up and Start
Registration is simple and quick. Once completed, you can start your studies immediately. The courses are self-directed, meaning you don’t have to wait for specific classes or schedules. Just access the available content and start learning.
Which of these courses caught your attention the most? Do you believe initiatives like this can truly democratize access to quality education in Brazil? Share your opinion in the comments!
cursos inúteis, um desperdício de dinheiro!!!