MIT OpenCourseWare

University course materials are available without enrollment through MIT OpenCourseWare. The collection spans much of MIT's curriculum and includes resources such as lecture notes and problem sets, with exams or recorded lectures available for some courses. Engineering and science are prominent, alongside subjects beyond technology, including management and other academic fields. The materials suit self-motivated learners who want to study a subject in depth or consult authentic university teaching resources.

Each course provides a different selection of content, so the experience is not a uniform online class with a teacher guiding every step. OpenCourseWare does not provide instructor support or award MIT credit for independent study. Its distinguishing feature is open access to materials drawn from real courses, leaving learners to choose their pace, assess their understanding, and supply any additional background a demanding topic requires.