Computer Basics (opens on GCFGlobal)
Plain-language lessons on what a computer is, how to use the mouse and keyboard, files, programs and staying safe. A good first stop for absolute beginners.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- No certificate
LAF Academy
Free courses from other platforms
A hand-picked list of free courses from well-known learning platforms, grouped by topic and level. Start with a beginner course, then move up.
These courses are run by their own providers on their own websites. Lumina Africa Foundation does not run them and cannot promise their content, prices or certificates: free access and certificate rules are set by each provider and can change. Never pay anyone to give you access to a free course.
8 courses from 8 platforms
Beginner No experience needed · 8
Northstar Digital Literacy (opens on Northstar)
Free assessments and practice modules for basic computer, internet, e-mail and social-media skills.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- Certificate on passing an assessment
Typing.com (opens on Typing.com)
Free typing lessons and games that build speed and accuracy, with progress tracking.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- Free certificate of completion
Keybr: touch typing (opens on Keybr)
An adaptive typing trainer that focuses on the letters you find hardest.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- No certificate
Alison free online courses (opens on Alison)
A large library of free courses in IT, business and skills. Learning is free; a printed certificate or diploma is paid.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- Paid certificate
FutureLearn short courses (opens on FutureLearn)
Courses from universities and organisations on digital skills, technology and business. Free access is time-limited; upgrades are paid.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- Paid certificate
Saylor Academy (opens on Saylor Academy)
Free, self-paced college-level courses in computer science, business and more, with free certificates of completion.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- Free certificate
OpenLearn: free courses (opens on Open University)
Free courses and statements of participation from The Open University on computing, ICT, business and study skills.
- Computer basics
- Self-paced
- Free statement of participation