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Squares, roots and powers
Science, Maths & Technology

Squares, roots and powers

...simple approximation, say 1 foot 30 cm = 0.3 m. Then 1 foot cubed (0.3)3 = 0.027 m3. More accurately, 1 foot = 30.48 cm = 0.3048 m. So 1 foot cubed = (0.3048)3 = 0.028 m3 to three d.p. Activity 13 Without using your calculator, find the following, as estimates for the calculator work in Question 7. (a) 92 (b) 43 (c) (d) (e) (−3)2 Answer (a) 92 = 9 × 9 = 81 (b) 43 = 4...
Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs
Beginners’ Spanish: food and drink
Languages

Beginners’ Spanish: food and drink

...simple exchanges when buying food in shops or at the market in Spain understand basic information about prices and quantities in Spanish order food and drinks in a bar or restaurant using Spanish ask for the bill in Spanish have a better understanding of some customs relating to food shopping and meals in Spain...Beginners’ Spanish: food and drink: Actividad 1 - Markets...
Working mathematically
Science, Maths & Technology

Working mathematically

...simple valid arguments; recognise and apply deductive reasoning; recognise and apply inductive reasoning; formulate counter examples; appreciate the pervasive use and power of reasoning as a part of mathematics. (iv) proving appreciate the axiomatic nature of mathematics; and construct proofs for mathematical assertions including indirect and inductive proofs....
Level 3: Advanced 10 hrs
Library of Alexandria
History & The Arts

Library of Alexandria

...simple stoas and other large spaces, making them possibly indistinguishable from other large buildings. Perhaps an inscription would give a key to the building’s identity, but interpreting inscriptions is itself rarely straightforward. Although the Egyptian authorities have occasionally trumpeted the discovery of so-called lecture halls, other archaeologists are...
Level 3: Advanced 7 hrs
Accessibility and inclusion in digital health
Health, Sports & Psychology

Accessibility and inclusion in digital health

...simple, but it's very, very beneficial to both parents and families with premature babies. As you can see here, this is what we have. We have an incubator with a camera that sits at the end. And the mother receives an iPad upon the birth of the baby. The main features is exactly what it is. It's a real-time feed of the baby. There is a slight delay upon the video of...
Textiles in Ghana
History & The Arts

Textiles in Ghana

...simple, linear designs in contrasting, co- ordinating colours for harmonious effect. Catherine (VO) Each pattern is named after an historical event or a person, or is connected with a proverb. What is Kente?...Textiles in Ghana: 2.2 Adinkra - Activity 2 Once you’ve watched the video, use your own words to explain what adinkra is. NARRATION Adinkra is a printed fabric -...
Level 1: Introductory 4 hrs
Getting started with German 1
Languages

Getting started with German 1

...simple greetings, introducing yourself and using numbers. Progressing towards being able to join conversations in German and to understand and use the language in a variety of scenarios.This OpenLearn course is an extract from the beginning of the Open Centre for Languages and Cultures short course, LGXG001 Beginners German 1: fang an! After completing this free course,...
Level 1: Introductory 6 hrs
Developing your skills as an HR professional
Money & Business

Developing your skills as an HR professional

...simple way to keep your own records is to type them into a portable computer. Alternatively, make notes in a daybook – this is simply a good size notebook with dated entries so you can go back and remind yourself of what has been said or agreed. These simple techniques can also help you to manage your time. More fundamentally though, managing your time means directing...