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SkillsCommons

Ch 017.5of 27 Open Educational Resource Platforms
  1. 1Runs onAndroid, API, iOS, Mac, Web, Windows
  2. 2CostsFree plan
  3. 3Remix and adaptationYes
  4. 4Publishing workflowYes
  5. 5Download formatszip, imscc, doc, docx, pdf, mp4, mov, ogm, webm, flv, avi, mp3, ogg, flac, wav
  6. 6API accessYes
  7. 7Content reviewYes
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Overview

SkillsCommons is ranked #1 of 27 in open educational resource platforms on Specifiction. It runs on Android, API, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows. There is a free plan.

SkillsCommons plans and pricing

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SkillsCommons repository — browsing and downloads Free Search and download materials without an account · public learning and workforce development resources support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
SkillsCommons repository — hosting contributions Not published Small collections hosted for free · operational costs discussed for large collections · account required to upload support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026

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Download formats
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API access
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Facts

What it is
SkillsCommons is a repository of free and open learning materials and program support materials for job-driven workforce development; it is not an LMS.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Audience
Its mission is to help individuals, communities, educational institutions, organizations, and businesses prepare people for successful employment.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Search and download
Users can search and download materials without creating an account; an account is needed to upload materials.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Contribution process
Institutions and organizations can apply for an account and submit materials individually or in bulk using a CSV of metadata.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Embargo
Contributors can restrict access to attached files until an embargo date, after which requesters may request access from the submitter.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
LMS compatibility
Courses can be exported from an LMS and uploaded, with the support FAQ recommending LMS-specific and IMS Common Cartridge formats when available.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
API and metadata access
The site describes unauthenticated options for programmatic discovery, including keyword search, item METS data, and OAI metadata harvesting.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Accessibility
The web interface supports screen readers, keyboard access, captions, and the Able Player; DocReader supports Word and PDF documents on devices without plugins.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Accessibility standard
SkillsCommons says it works toward Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 accessibility and aligns its commitment with WCAG 2.0 AA.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Privacy and account security
Its terms say the service collects personal information and browser data, and users are responsible for account password confidentiality and activity under their accounts.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Support
The support center provides guides and FAQs and lists [email protected] for assistance; webinar scheduling is available by contacting support.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Limits
The FAQ says there is no file-size limit, but very large uploads may require contacting support to plan around connection speed and bandwidth.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026
Repository versus courses
SkillsCommons does not enroll students in courses or offer course credit.support.skillscommons.org · 2 Oct 2026

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