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Exploring ancient Greek religion
History & The Arts

Exploring ancient Greek religion

...account provides us with one of the most detailed literary descriptions of the city and sanctuary which survives from the ancient world. Read the following passage in English translation taken from Pausanias’ Description of Greece in which he describes the communities interested in Oropos and the mythological tradition of Amphiaraos. As you read, make a list of the...
Level 1: Introductory 6 hrs
Seeing the light
Science, Maths & Technology

Seeing the light

...account the surrounding landscape and other buildings. For example, if houses are built in terraces on either side of a road, one side will always get more Sun than the other side. Activity 6 Sunlight and orientation Timing: Allow about 5 minutes Take a good look at the picture below, which shows a bird’s eye view of streets and buildings. The image is oriented so that...
Level 1: Introductory 10 hrs
The social nature of being human
Society, Politics & Law

The social nature of being human

...account. c) Politics always determines how crowds perceive themselves. d) All social scientists are apolitical when it comes to studying crowds. a. a) There is no relationship to speak of. b. b) Politics are often a concern for crowds or groups – any social scientific analysis should take this into account. c. c) Politics always determines how crowds perceive...
The power of infographics in research dissemination
Education & Development

The power of infographics in research dissemination

...account of this situation. As a consequence, it is ever more challenging for researchers to get their research findings noticed in the face of a staggering amount of competition. But for anyone interested in reading about the latest developments in a particular field, it is essential to question and critically engage with the information available. A further complication...
An introduction to crime and criminology
Society, Politics & Law

An introduction to crime and criminology

...accounts of crimes and criminals in your everyday interactions and conversations. Can you think of any examples from TV or literature that illustrate a fascination with crime and criminals? Why do you think fictional or true crime stories hold such fascination for people? Jot down your answers in the text boxes below. Discussion Examination of TV and film schedules, and...
Digital innovation in social care and social work
Health, Sports & Psychology

Digital innovation in social care and social work

...account to use with children who aren't yet old enough to have their own. One App is there to guide the conversation, making it easier for them to express their views and for you to capture them. For children with additional needs, we have an app called Express. It helps you gather their views in a way that suits them. After seeing the child, you don't need to write up...
Take your teaching online Badge icon
Education & Development

Take your teaching online

...accounts, and therefore their name will be attached to everything they contribute. Similarly, login information for synchronous online events will usually be provided by the institution and will identify each learner clearly. However, there may be circumstances where this kind of information is not provided by default, and learners can choose to create accounts that do...
Level 2: Intermediate 24 hrs
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Education & Development

Supporting children's mental health and wellbeing

...account about children’s mental health and consider why there are currently reported increases in the numbers of cases of children with compromised mental health, and you will be encouraged to identify some of the reasons why this might or might not be the case. You will also be introduced to some of the ‘language’ associated with children and their mental health....