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Education & Development
How to celebrate Halloween with young children
Halloween is often filled with spooky costumes and scary decorations, but for children it doesn’t need to be overwhelming. By focusing on fun, inclusivity and safety, you can create celebrations that are age-appropriate, welcoming and full of positive memories – whether at home or in the classroom.
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Languages
Italian for travel: Test your skills
Test your Italian language skills as you immerse yourself on an interactive journey through Italy.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Could you work in end of life care?
Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in end of life care as a health care professional supporting dying patients and their families? Working with people who are dying can be both rewarding and emotionally draining.
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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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Education & Development
Good Academic Practice Collection
Explore our range of free resources on developing good academic practice and discover how to build them into your studies.
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Education & Development
ADHD and Dyslexia: How and why formal diagnosis can be helpful
Explore the experiences behind ADHD and dyslexia diagnoses in this interactive feature.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Being a boy
What is life like for boys today? In what follows, we explore aspects of contemporary boyhood, drawing on research conducted at The Open University and elsewhere.
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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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Health, Sports & Psychology
What does it mean, to be a man?
Beliefs about what makes a ‘real’ man have changed enormously over time. So what does it mean to be a man in the twenty-first century? Do traditional ideas about masculinity still apply, and if not, what kinds of new ideas have replaced them? Explore our interactive below to learn more.
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Education & Development
5 tried-and-tested study tips for dyslexic students
Studying with dyslexia can sometimes feel overwhelming – but the fact you’ve made it this far shows you have what it takes to succeed. From planning ahead to harnessing your creativity, here are five practical strategies to make studying more effective, less stressful, and more suited to the way you work best.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
What are South Asian young adult carers’ aspirations for the future?
South Asian young adult carers balance study, work and family responsibilities while caring for loved ones – often with remarkable strength and determination. This article shares their dreams for the future, from higher education and careers to starting families and owning homes, and highlights the support that can help them achieve their goals.
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Money & Business
Human Resource Management and EDI
Based on adapted material from B810, this course will highlight why equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are key for the practice of Human Resource Management (HRM) today. This includes the promotion of the following dimensions in the workplace: fairness and equity, diversity and innovation, talent management, and legal compliance. ...