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The Wizard of Oz: From Fractions to Formulas
Science, Maths & Technology

The Wizard of Oz: From Fractions to Formulas

...students in formulas and numerical theory. The 1939 classic The Wizard of Oz features a maze of potential mathematical problems – not least the Scarecrow’s incorrect pronunciation of Pythagoras’ theorem. Presented by The Open University’s David Brannan and Phil Rippon, ‘From Fractions to Formulas’ is a light-hearted parody of the Wizard of Oz (pronounced...
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Understanding dyslexia Badge icon
Science, Maths & Technology

Understanding dyslexia

...student in a traditional school where the curriculum is rigid and standardised. The school views dyslexia as a problem that resides within Esther. She struggles with reading and writing tasks. The school responds by providing Esther with extra tutoring and remedial classes, aiming to ‘fix’ her dyslexia. Esther is often pulled out of regular classes for these sessions,...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Life after the Olympics: retirement
Health, Sports & Psychology

Life after the Olympics: retirement

...become a household name her role as female athletic role model should not be underestimated. Phelps: The comeback king Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian in history (28 Olympic medals over 5 games), is an example of an athlete who retired, but then came back to swimming. Returning to sport after retirement is often associated with a compulsion to compete and an...
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Article 15 mins
Exploring Ireland’s historic army barracks network
OpenLearn Ireland

Exploring Ireland’s historic army barracks network

...become a tool of arbitrary government. Of course, the compulsory billeting of soldiers on civilians also provoked intense opposition. In the wake of the War of the Grand Alliance, some argued in favour of maintaining the king’s large army in peacetime on the basis that Catholic France and the Jacobite court in exile remained a significant threat. Others argued in favour...
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Article 5 mins
Children and violence: an introductory, international and interdisciplinary approach
Society, Politics & Law

Children and violence: an introductory, international and interdisciplinary approach

...become involved in armed conflict. The course considers in detail the daily experiences of violence which can have negative impacts on the physical or emotional health of children and moves from ideas about children and violence in very localized contexts – within families and with peers at school – through to the broader community and on to the international...
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Level 2: Intermediate 20 hrs
World-Changing Women: Christine de Pizan
History & The Arts

World-Changing Women: Christine de Pizan

...becoming one of the first female writers in Europe. Find out more about her life... Christine de Pizan c.1364 - c.1430 France Literature [Christine de Pizan image] Christine de Pizan lecturing to a group of men, 1413. During the late middle ages in Europe, few women had any control over the direction their lives took. The two principal routes open to them were marriage or...
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Hitler's rise and fall: Timeline
History & The Arts

Hitler's rise and fall: Timeline

...becomes a customs official and expects Adolf to follow a career into the civil service. Hitler’s mother, Klara, is of a more compassionate nature, adoring and indulging her son. At the age of six Adolf attends school and, while clearly intelligent, he is uninterested in formal education, eventually leaving with a poor educational record of achievement. The death of his...
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Article 15 mins
Feeling Stuck in your Job or Career? The ACT Matrix may be the Tool you Need
Health, Sports & Psychology

Feeling Stuck in your Job or Career? The ACT Matrix may be the Tool you Need

...is out of our personal control and committing to action that improves our lives...Becoming stuck Many people end up in jobs or careers that may have originally been satisfying, but now don’t fit with their current personal situation (such as family or caring commitments) or feel boring or ‘not right’ anymore. It may also feel like you have achieved all your work goals but are still unfulfilled. You are stuck: the normal ......
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Article 10 mins