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• Extreme endurance performances – who, what and why?

  This free course explores what we mean by ‘extreme endurance performance’ and why increasing numbers of people are attracted to these events. What is it about extreme feats of physical activity that motivate people to participate in them, and where is the limit to what the human body is capable of achieving? This course examines the subject from...

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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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• Exploring cells with digital fluorescence microscopy

  In this free course, you will learn about microscopy techniques, understand their differences and delve into the fascinating world of fluorescence microscopy. You’ll learn how to make proteins and structures fluorescent, and you’ll see why fluorescence microscopy is one of the most versatile techniques in cell biology. You can refresh your ...

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• Building belonging and mattering to achieve equity for Black STEM students

  Equity for Black STEM students goes beyond access – it requires belonging and mattering. This article explores how The Open University’s Black STEM Hub is building community, visibility and connection to support student success in distance learning.

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• Discover OpenLearn on Spotify

  OpenLearn now has its own channel on Spotify where you can watch and listen to our podcast - It’s All Academic - as well as discover more of our mini-documentaries, interviews and animations.

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• When words escape control: Tourette syndrome and slurs

  After the BBC broadcast a racial slur shouted by a guest with Tourette syndrome, the incident sparked outrage and an apology. But it also reveals a deeper linguistic question: when words cause harm, how much does intent matter?

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• Saint Patrick and modern narratives of Irish identity

  Dr James Mahon explores the complexities of Irish national identity and parallels with Saint Patrick's life.

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• Social Work Hub

  A collection of free courses and resources for personal and professional development for social work practitioners and students.

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• Exploring critical social work practice

  What does it mean to be a critical social worker and how can adopting a critical approach improve outcomes for people that use services? This free course, Exploring critical social work practice will support you to question assumptions and navigate complexity as a critical social worker. Through practice scenarios and reflective activities, you ...

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