edx-dl

Why we included this project

edx-dl is a command-line tool for people working through MOOCs on edX or other Open edX platforms who want a local copy of their course materials. It signs into your account, lists the courses you are enrolled in, and downloads the video lectures and supporting files into a folder you choose, which helps when your connection is unreliable or you want to re-watch lectures at your own pace. Because video retrieval is handled by youtube-dl, it stays compatible with how Open edX sites host their content. It is a small Python script with few dependencies that installs with a single pip command, so it is a practical choice for students and self-learners who want a straightforward way to archive their coursework.