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• Why do we feel happier in the spring?

  The arrival of spring is often associated with improved mood and energy levels, and an increased desire to spend time outside and to see friends and family. But why is this?

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• The Middle East conflict has swiftly exposed economic vulnerability in the region

  Emilie Rutledge discusses the economic impact to the region of the current conflict in the Middle East.

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• Building motivation and resilience in research

  Facing setbacks and demotivation in research? Progress is rarely linear, and challenges like failed experiments or rejected proposals are a natural part of the journey. This course is designed to help you stay motivated, handle setbacks constructively, and turn obstacles into opportunities. This course equips researchers across all fields and...

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• AI Hub

  Welcome to the AI Hub from Microsoft and The Open University. Explore free, accessible courses designed to build your confidence and skills in artificial intelligence. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your knowledge, the AI Hub supports your learning journey with expert-led, trusted, easy to-use resources.

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• Opening up history

  Delve into our Opening up history series: a collection of interviews with historians from The Open University. Read about their research ranging from the political culture in 18th century Ireland to anti-nuclear activism during the Cold War.

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• Language in professional life

  This free course explores English language use across a range of professions, drawing on audio and video interviews, video footage of different workplaces and short texts for analysis. Over the six weeks, you’ll look at how language is used in branding, English for academic purposes, organisational culture, health communication, speech and ...

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• Design is open

  Design is Open is a series of videos with UK-based design leaders, sharing their journey as designers and their reflections on how the design world and the roles designers play is changing.

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• What foster carers want you to know

  What do foster carers want you to know about the day-to-day realities and challenges of fostering?

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• Using Turnitin effectively: building integrity into your writing

  This short online course introduces you to Turnitin and demonstrates how it can be used formatively to enhance your learning and strengthen your understanding of academic integrity. Academic integrity is a fundamental principle of honest education and assessment, reflecting your commitment to producing and submitting work that is authentically ...

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