Can I educate myself about architecture on the Web?

Question: Can I educate myself about architecture on the Web?

"I want to self-educate myself on architecture," writes a visitor in our Discussion Forum. "Does anyone have suggestions on videocasts that I could watch that would be like watching and listening to a lecture?"

Answer: You won't be able to earn a degree or get a license to practice architecture, but you can learn a lot from free lectures, podcasts, and videocasts available online.

Check out these resources:

• Architecture Videos at Ted Talks
  This online video collection is a wonderful source for lively lectures about architecture and design. The lectures are short, easy-to-understand, and absolutely free.
• Online College Courses in Architecture
  Many universities post lectures, assignments, and other resources on the Web, where you can enjoy them. For free!
• Free University Videocasts
  Browse the Open Courseware Collection for free videos about architecture.
• About.com Videos
  From the collection at About.com, short vidoes on home design, decorating, and gardening. And yes, these are also free!

• YouTube.com
  Use the search box on the home page and you'll find a variety of free videos about architecture. For example:

• What Is Architecture? by MAYA Design
• Historical architectural features review in one minute
• Paradise Found: Islamic Architecture and Arts
• CAD Tutorials by Revit architecture

For even more resources, check out this page by our Guide to Web Search:  Free Educational Videos on the Web

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