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History & The Arts
The historical and ongoing persecution of Europe’s gypsies
It’s estimated that 25% of the Roma pre-war European population perished as a result of Nazi persecution. This article explores the anti-Roma prejudice that still goes on today, and what can be done to tackle it.
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History & The Arts
National Novel Writing Month
You know how they say everyone's got a novel in them, just waiting to be written? Well, now's your chance!
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OpenLearn Ireland
The Irish Gothic collection on OpenLearn
What is it about Gothic stories that captures our imagination? And why do so many of its tropes and motifs lead to Ireland?
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Education & Development
Accredited CPD Courses for Career Growth
Explore free online courses accredited for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) by the CPD Standards Office (CPD-SO). Build your professional skills, earn verified CPD points and showcase your achievements to employers or professional networks.
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History & The Arts
Ian McMillan's Writing Lab interviews: Mark Ravenhill on... play writing
Mark Ravenhill explains why risking odd looks at the bus stop might make you a sharper playwright in this exclusive extra interview from Writing Lab.
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History & The Arts
Happy halloween!
Get ready to explore the spooky, the strange, and the supernatural! Dive into our fang-tastic collection of articles, podcasts, and free courses all about Halloween, death, fear, and the paranormal. Pretty ghoul, huh?
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History & The Arts
Mastering our fear of death with the Jack-o’-lantern
The tradition of carving faces into pumpkins can serve as a way of mastering our fear of death – this article explains why.
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Languages
Write it right: seven common writing mistakes
Tutors told us about common writing mistakes which can impact the grades students receive for their Open University assignments.
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History & The Arts
Black History Month
In recognition of Black History Month we have pulled together some content about some inspirational individuals and events for you to explore.
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History & The Arts
Religious literacy for Further education: A social justice approach
Through a film and animation, this project encourages critical reflection on how religion intersects with society and culture. It also aims to challenge stereotypes and promote understanding of religious identities in further education.
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History & The Arts
Sound Systems: Listening to music together
Technology has always determined how we listen to music, from instrument design to recording and amplification. This article and video explores how some of these elements shape our musical experiences and communities, with a focus on one individual's story and sound systems.
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History & The Arts
Ancient ideas: where does the soul go?
Humans have grappled with the question of what happens after death for millennia. Across the ancient world, many different cultures developed their own answers and underworlds. The Ancient Greeks had several theories about what might come next.