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Skillshare is an upskilling course providing platform that offers both annual and monthly subscription options to fulfil the requirements of different users as per their preferences. The annual plan is often promoted as it offers better value for long-term users, typically coming with a significant discount compared to the cumulative cost of monthly payments over a year.

For teams or businesses, Skillshare also offers team plans which are either billed annually or monthly, depending on the organization's preference. These plans are designed to provide access for multiple users under a single account, often with additional features designed for professional development and team collaboration.

Skillshare works primarily on a subscription-based model, which means most of its courses are not free. However, the platform offers a free trial period for new users, which lasts between 7 to 30 days depending on current promotions. 

During this trial, users can access the entire course catalogue without charge, allowing them to explore the full range of premium content before committing to a paid subscription.

For those who decide to continue beyond the trial, Skillshare requires a paid membership. This subscription grants unlimited access to all courses on the platform. The cost structure typically includes monthly and annual plans, with the annual plan offering a discounted rate compared to paying month-by-month.

Skillshare provides thousands of video-based classes taught by industry experts and professionals across numerous fields. These courses cover topics such as graphic design, photography, illustration, writing, marketing, business, technology, and more. The platform is designed to cater to both beginners and advanced learners.

Users can access courses on-demand, allowing them to learn at their own pace and schedule. Many classes include practical projects, encouraging hands-on learning and skill application. The platform also offers a community for students where they are allowed to share their work, receive feedback, and collaborate with peers.

Skillshare operates on a subscription model, giving members unlimited access to every course for a monthly or annual fee. This model allows learners to explore multiple subjects without additional costs. Skillshare is accessible via web browsers as well as mobile applications which makes learning possible on various devices.

For creators and experts, Skillshare offers an opportunity to become instructors and share their knowledge while potentially earning income based on the popularity of their courses.

Skillshare courses are structured in the setup of traditional online learning. This includes video-based lessons which are organized and displayed at the right of the video playback screen in the web browser version. This makes it easier to toggle between lessons and quickly see the way the course has been organized. Course reviews, projects, transcripts, resources and discussion help in learning about the course in detail. The course also allows scheduling. Next to the menu option within the course, there is a button to 'schedule' learning time. By clicking on this button, learners will get an invite on the calendar app to ensure that learners get reminders for taking classes.

While Skillshare offers a variety of online courses in different domains, it does impose certain limitations on the type of content that can be included in its online courses. This is meant to ensure the legitimacy as well as the credibility of the platform amongst learners. The following types of courses are not available on Skillshare:

• Quick payout business strategies

• Intimate relationships-based courses

• Ethical hacking

• Weapons

• Medical content-related courses

• Standardized testing

• Mathematics, physical and life sciences

• Religious or spirituality

• Fitness except yoga, dance and meditation

• Cosmetology and beauty regimes

• Use of hazardous materials

• Gaming based courses

• Home business set up

• Manipulative business practices

Skillshare membership provides comprehensive access to the platform's extensive learning resources and features. The membership includes several key features that enhance the learning experience:

• Those who have enrolled in Skillshare membership can download courses to watch offline, enabling learning on the go without an internet connection.

• On Skillshare, members gain unlimited access to the entire library of online classes, which includes thousands of courses in different subjects including creative arts, business, technology, lifestyle, and more. 

• Members become part of a vibrant community of lifelong learners, where they can interact, share projects, and receive feedback from peers and instructors.

• Many Skillshare courses include practical projects, allowing members to apply their new skills immediately.

• The platform suggests courses based on individual interests and learning history.

• Skillshare app allows members to learn on various devices, offering flexibility in how and where they study.

• Skillshare adds new courses on a regular basis so that students get access to fresh learning material.

• Learners get the opportunity to engage with instructors through class discussions and Q&A sessions.

• Access to additional learning materials, worksheets, and resources provided by instructors.

• Periodic live workshops and events available only to members.