Self-Directed Learning

What is self-directed learning?

Self-directed learning refers to learning opportunities that you can access and complete at any time. Self-directed learning can also be described as: on-demand, self-paced, just-in-time, online, asynchronous.

To find this content as a CU Boulder employee, follow the instructions in our "How to Access" section to learn more about the three most common self-directed learning platforms we use.

How to Access Self-Directed Learning Opportunities

Skillsoft Percipio

Skillsoft Percipio is more than just compliance training.

Percipio hosts thousands of online courses including required training, custom courses, instructor-led training (ILT) registrations, as well as online books and videos covering the latest professional topics.

How to access Skillsoft Percipio for Faculty and Staff:

  1. Log on to your campus portal.
  2. Open the CU Resources dropdown menu (Skip this step if you are a System employee)
  3. Select Training.
  4. Click the Skillsoft Percipio tile.

Watch this video to learn how to get started in Percipio.

An online library of instructional videos, taught by accomplished instructors and recognized industry experts, that cover the latest software, creative, and business skills. LinkedIn Learning is available to all CU employees and students at no additional cost.

How to access LinkedIn Learning for Faculty and Staff:

  1. Log on to your campus portal.
  2. Open the CU Resource dropdown menu.
  3. Select Training.
  4. Click the LinkedIn Learning tile.

Click for direct access.

The University of Colorado offers the following sponsored learning programs:

  • CU on Coursera: Courses taught by CU faculty with over 200 non-credit courses that offer a Coursera certificate. Available to faculty, staff, students, and POIs.
  • Coursera Partner Consortium: Courses taught by faculty with Coursera’s elite global university partners. Non-credit courses offer a Coursera certificate is available to faculty, staff, and degree-seeking students.

How to access CU on Coursera for Faculty and Staff:

  1. Log on to your campus portal (https://my.cu.edu).
  2. Open the CU Resources dropdown menu and select Training.
  3. Click the CU on Coursera or Coursera Partner Consortium tile.
  4. On the home page, click Join for Free.
  5. Click the Log in with the University of Colorado button.
  6. Select your campus and then log in using your CU credentials.