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Society, Politics & Law
Finding the Truth
What do you really know about crime? Try our interactive 'Finding the Truth' to dig way beyond the surface of forensic psychology, corporate crime and the prison system.
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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
Are you a focused driver?
Take our interactive test and find out if you’re alert when behind the wheel. Your attention will be put to the test.
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Society, Politics & Law
Who needs research ethics? Take the challenge!
Take our short interactive experience to learn why research ethics is really a researcher's best friend. You'll be taken through a case to look at where and when you think the ethics committee might step in and why this would be necessary. Meet a fictional committee and become a member!
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Education & Development
Are you ready to study for a Professional Doctorate?
To find out whether you are eligible to apply for a Professional Doctorate at The Open University, please complete the following questions.
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History & The Arts
Fakespeare: Rewriting the bard
Rewrite Shakespeare’s best bits for the 21st Century and reveal your inner wordsmith.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Mental health jargon quiz
There is a certain amount of jargon or specialised terminology that is used in the mental health field. But what does it all mean? Take this quiz to find out what you know.
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Education & Development
All my own work
Plagiarism comes in all shapes and forms. Step into the shoes of a university student to learn the challenges and temptations facing her during her assignment, and help make it all her own work.
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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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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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Health, Sports & Psychology
What kind of Democrat are you?
Are you interested in exploring your own political style and how you relate to others? How far would you be willing to go for what you believe? Try our interactive feature to find out.