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Science, Maths & Technology
Oxygen, blood and the body
How do living things transport and store oxygen for respiration? Dr Simon Collinson explains.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Euro 2020
The UEFA European Championships conclude at Wembley on 11 July. In between the knock-out games, check out the expert insights and free sport courses in our Euro 2020 hub.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Euro 2020: Will England's ruthless academy system show its value?
In the lead up to Euro 2020, Alex Twitchen explores how England’s academy system has had an impact on the players included in the squad as well as the game overall.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
England v Scotland: A Celebration of Togetherness or Division?
What impact have recent political changes had on the traditional England and Scotland rivalry? Alex Twitchen explores in this article.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Club, Country, Continent: Juggling fan identities at Euro 2020
Sport can play a role in shaping our identities – where we feel we ‘belong’ and how we view ourselves and others. This article explores the multiple ‘hats’, or scarves, that football fans are likely to wear when they enjoy the Euro 2020 spectacle.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Past and present: A 50-year celebration of British Sportswomen
Jessica Pinchbeck, a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Fitness at The Open University, reflects on her sporting heroes and charts the success of female sportswomen.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
European Championships 2020: Can one of the home nations end 55 years of hurt ?
The delayed UEFA European Championships will begin soon. But who are some of the key players and will England, Scotland or Wales take home the trophy? Simon Rea explores…
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Outdoor Therapy: The Benefits of Walking and Talking
An area that has been of particular interest is providing traditional talking therapy outdoors. This article explores the pros of connecting with the natural world...
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Will players be fit to perform or ready to burnout at Euro 2020?
How will the condensed season affect players at the UEFA European Championship, especially during the pandemic? Simon Rea looks at the characteristics of burnout and the intensity of football.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
What is Locus of Control?
Do you have an internal or external locus of control? How does this affect your wellbeing or work? How can you take control of it? This article explores...
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Education & Development
Open door to success
The Department for Work & Pensions has partnered with The Open University to offer free training tools designed to help people find a job, advance their career or grow their business.
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Education & Development
How to write a CV
A CV (curriculum vitae) is a brief account of your education, qualifications, skills and work-based experience, used mainly when applying for a job. Your CV is your first opportunity to tell an employer what you can do. A well written CV can make the difference between getting an interview and not being considered for the role.