BANGALORE: Apart from social networking sites, there are websites to help you keep your mind sharp. Learning ability is probably the most important skill you can have. If you’re good at learning, you have an advantage in life. And with these websites for either a low or no cost, it will make you smarter than before, as compiled by Business Insider.

#1.Duolingo

Duolingo is a free language-learning and crowd sourced text translation platform. As users progress through the lessons, they simultaneously help to translate websites and other documents. The app currently teaches Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese to English speakers. The app transforms language study into an amusing diversion, replete with points, leader boards and live video games.

#2.edX

edX is a non-profit online initiative founded by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. It offers interactive online classes and MOOCs from the world’s best universities, colleges and organizations. There are currently more than 60 schools, non-profits, corporations, and international organizations that offer courses on the edX website. The topics include biology, business, chemistry, computer science, economics, finance, electronics, engineering and many more.

#3.Factsie

Factsie is a place for interesting and unusual historical and scientific facts. The site is easy to use and you can even get source for where the information is coming from. This is a fun way to learn about random and interesting things.

#4.Fast Company's 30-Second MBA

30-Second MBA is a Fast Company video series featuring practical pieces of advice and wisdom from experienced business leaders, which is all delivered in 30 seconds. You can find simple and actionable advice from CEOs.

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