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  Danielle Martin

  After realising the ‘traditional’ university experience wasn’t for her, and leaving education for a few years, Danielle discovered OpenLearn, through which she discovered a love of psychology, which ultimately led to her returning to education with The Open University. As she says, ‘I’ve become a lifelong learner!’

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  Sara Kay Aloe

  Sara studied more than 80 courses on OpenLearn, but it was a fascination with the Welsh language that brought her here initially. She suffered a redundancy due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and says that OpenLearn not only kept her occupied and became her hobby, but it has helped her to pursue the career she always wanted. This is the OpenLearn ...

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  Charity Reed

  Returning to study after 30 years led Charity to not only rediscover a passion for learning, but also to discover OpenLearn. She’s used the free courses to prepare for her OU degree, found some to support her during her studies and others just for the fun of learning (and improving her quizzing skills!), as she explains...

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  David Lucey

  For David, OpenLearn offered a chance to understand more about a subject close to his heart, and to help him find a route back into studying again in the future. He discovered what he calls ‘an amazing resource’, as he explains...

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  Stamford College

  Stamford College is using OpenLearn courses as part of their BTEC Business qualification. Students have used their statements of participation to put them ahead of the competition, securing part time work and work experience placements.

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  Am I ready to be a distance learner?

  Distance learning can open up opportunities for study. You might have not studied for a while, you might be returning to education, or you might not have had the chance to study at a higher level before. This free course, Am I ready to be a distance learner?, will help to boost your confidence. You'll explore useful skills so you can discover ...

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  Learning, thinking and doing

  How do we learn? Understanding how is the key to learning more effectively. This free course, Learning, thinking and doing, looks at the three main categories of theories: the acquisitive, constructivist and experiential models of learning. There is no right way to learn but developing an active approach will ensure that you are open to new ideas.

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