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lynda.com is an online education company offering thousands of video courses in software, creative, and business skills. Founded in 1995, the company produces video tutorials taught by industry experts.
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"The good teacher explains.The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires" -Arthur Wald
Teaching is a skill and an art form. Being knowledgeable in a subject, although important, is simply not the same thing. Lynda has some truly amazing teachers. You will not feel as if you're learning, your attention is captivated at all times and you'll walk away without even realizing you learned something. The lessons will make an impression and stick with you. Whether in educational institutions or online courses, choosing the right teacher/instructor makes a world of a difference.
That said, Lynda is one example, among others, where instructors are verified and selected from among classroom educators, best-selling authors, and recognized authorities. Does this make all the instructors and courses the right choice for you? Maybe not, but it has definitely made a notable difference.