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In an age of technology, learning is no longer restricted to lecture halls and textbooks. Videos have now become a frequently used method of teaching, providing students with interactive content that makes learning more fun. Let’s take a look at some of the best educational YouTube channels out there that can help you to improve your knowledge and make learning fun.
Why Educational YouTube Channels are a Good Idea

Firstly, it is important to remember that you can only concentrate for a limited time.

In fact, one popular study technique is known as the 50/10 study sessions. This means you study for 50 minutes and then take a 10-minute break.

What’s great about many YouTube accounts is that they ensure that each lesson is short and sweet. This makes it easier to stay focused and concentrated without getting distracted or fatigued.

Another great thing about YouTube videos is that they are engaging, but not distracting like study groups might be. While it may be fun to study with friends, it can be easy to drift off in conversation and talk about things that have nothing to do with studying.

Most YouTube channels also have organized playlists. This means that each lesson is given in the correct order of how you should learn the subject.
Finally, some learners simply find it easier to study using visual or audio methods. YouTube videos provide both visual and audio assistance, which makes them easier and more fun to learn from than textbooks.
So without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the best YouTube learning channels out there!

25 Best YouTube Learning Channels

1. Ted-Ed

Since March 1, 2011, Ted-Ed has provided a wide range of classes, from visual arts to mathematics, health studies, and business. Each video features entertaining animations, with lessons taught in a fun way using interesting examples.
As of 2019, Ted-Ed has 10.2 million subscribers and the channel has been viewed around 1.6 billion times!

Here is one of Ted Ed’s intriguing history lessons:

You can follow Ted-Ed on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

2. Crash Course

This channel launched on May 19, 2006, with the purpose of teaching a wide range of subjects such as world history, biology, and even psychology.

With 10.2 million subscribers and over 1.5 billion views, Crash Course uses a combination of historical footage, descriptive illustrations, and humor to keep viewers informed and entertained.

Here is one Crash Course on entrepreneurship:

Crash Course is also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

3. C.G.P. Grey

Started on Aug 12, 2010, this channel focuses on providing classes in history, politics, philosophy, and technology.

C.G.P. Grey currently has more than 4.2 million subscribers and has been viewed over 483 million times.


Below is an interesting video about how the electoral college works.

Don’t forget to check out C.G.P. Grey’s Twitter account!

4. Vsauce

This channel started uploading science lessons during the summer of 2010. Each lesson is focused on answering an intriguing rhetorical question such as “What if the Sun disappeared?”

To date, Vsauce has 15 million subscribers and more than 1.7 billion views and counting.

You can catch Vsauce on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

5. Khan Academy
 

Since November 16, 2006, this channel has provided tutoring in subjects such as math, science, computing, and economics.

In each lesson, the teacher explains the concept and provides examples in front of you — just like in real life!

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