Free Courses for Everyone in Maharashtra
All EDLF learning materials are free — forever. Available in Marathi and English. Most work fully offline so connectivity is never a barrier.
Introduction to Computers & Internet
Marathi + English
The complete starter guide — what a computer is, how to use a mouse and keyboard, how the internet works, and how to stay safe online. Built for first-time learners in rural Maharashtra.
- Hardware basics
- Windows navigation
- Internet & Google
- Online safety
Digital Literacy for Farmers
Marathi
Designed with farmers in Vidarbha and Marathwada — covers using government portals (Aaple Sarkar, eNAM), checking weather apps, using WhatsApp for market prices, and digital payments via UPI.
- Government portals
- Weather & farm apps
- UPI & digital payments
- WhatsApp for business
Coding for Beginners
English
The same curriculum used in EDLF's Code for Change bootcamps. Learn the fundamentals of programming using Scratch and Python, culminating in building a small project that solves a real problem.
- Scratch basics
- Python introduction
- Functions & loops
- Build your first project
Environmental Awareness & Eco-Tech
Marathi + English
Combines climate literacy with hands-on tech — understand climate change, its impact on Maharashtra, and how simple technology (IoT sensors, solar energy) can help communities adapt.
- Climate change basics
- Maharashtra's ecosystem
- Solar energy intro
- IoT for agriculture
Social Media for Organisations
English
Built for NGOs, SHGs, and small businesses — learn to create compelling content, run Facebook and Instagram pages, manage WhatsApp groups, and measure your digital reach.
- Platform fundamentals
- Content creation
- Running ads on a budget
- Analytics basics
Office Tools: Word, Excel & Presentations
Marathi + English
Practical office skills for job-seekers, self-help group members, and small business owners. Learn to create documents, manage simple spreadsheets, and make presentations.
- Microsoft Word basics
- Excel spreadsheets
- PowerPoint presentations
- Google Workspace intro
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