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Health, Sports & Psychology
The importance of dignity and tailored support for poverty reduction
Dignity and empathy are often overlooked in poverty reduction efforts, yet they are essential for effective, lasting change. This article explores why cash alone isn’t enough and how respectful, tailored support can help people overcome poverty.
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History & The Arts
Behind The Reputation
In this interactive, you’ll uncover the real people behind the icons. Does the reality of the life of Van Gogh, Queen Elizabeth I and Charles Dickens match up with their reputation?
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Finding your way after the death of a significant person
Grief is personal, shaped by culture, identity and experience. Bereavement professional Remi Martin reflects on loss, resilience, and navigating life after losing a significant person, especially within racially minoritised communities.
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Education & Development
Supporting adult learners’ positive mental health
This free course provides educators with an introduction to adult learners’ mental health. The course is designed to develop understanding of the impact mental health has on learning, as well as to explore the variety of strategies that can be employed to support adult learners experiencing a range of mental health related challenges.
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Education & Development
Free online German courses
Discover these free German courses on OpenLearn.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Geology toolkit
Discover the unique landscape of Great Britain and Ireland with our interactive Geology Toolkit, featuring a geology timeline, rock analyser, rock cycle, landscape features and safety tips.
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Education & Development
Are you a socially intelligent educational leader?
Great leadership is more than strategy, it’s about connection. This article explores how emotional awareness and interpersonal skills can transform leadership in education and beyond.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
How to support neurodivergent mothers during pregnancy and birth
How can midwives and practitioners create a more positive and supportive birthing experience for neurodivergent mothers?
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Neurodivergence and birth trauma
What are the connections between brain-altering experiences and neurodivergent conditions? This article looks at the links to traumatic birth.
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Education & Development
Dealing with feedback when you are neurodivergent
Why is receiving feedback different when you’re neurodivergent and how can you get better at dealing with it?
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Society, Politics & Law
The secret life of T-shirts
Explore the secret life of T-shirts as we look deeper into how they are made, how the value is created and who benefits from this value.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Engineering your dream career
Imagine spending time working on the things you love. Discover engineering careers which match your passions in this short interactive experience on women in engineering.