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John Napier
Science, Maths & Technology

John Napier

...writings. Do you notice any difference that may give a clue as to Napier’s intended readership? Discussion The mathematical titles are in Latin, that of the theological tract is in English. Assuming the contents are likewise in these two languages (which they are, in fact), we might begin to conjecture from this that Napier had different readers in mind. Given the...
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Level 2: Intermediate 3 hrs
Difference and challenge in teams
Money & Business

Difference and challenge in teams

...writing, in the UK, much of the political system seems grounded in conflict. Opposing parties ‘attack’ each other’s positions, a shadow cabinet tracks the every move of government – keeping it in check and arguing vehemently for issues to be seen from an alternative perspective. In such systems, two (or more) teams are involved in the opposition – though we...
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Level 1: Introductory 2 hrs
Developing Reading for Pleasure: engaging young readers Badge icon
Education & Development

Developing Reading for Pleasure: engaging young readers

...writing, they develop wider vocabulary and broader knowledge about the world. Reading can also make a significant contribution to the wellbeing of every individual and society as a whole. The advantages, however, of being a keen reader go far beyond educational attainment and functioning in society; as the International Literacy Association (ILA) states: Teaching children...
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Level 2: Intermediate 24 hrs
Communication and working relationships in sport and fitness Badge icon
Health, Sports & Psychology

Communication and working relationships in sport and fitness

...writing. The second question you will respond to in this session is about the impressions you give to others when interacting with them: how does the persona you convey during interactions influence your communication? This is about how others might perceive you, even though they might not know you that well. For instance, it’s likely that you already have an impression...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Welsh history and its sources
History & The Arts

Welsh history and its sources

...writings about Welsh history and the evidence or sources upon which those writings are based. The variety of material contained in this unit not only continues the legacy of the original Welsh history and its sources project, it also extends it and makes it suitable for an online environment...Welsh history and its sources: 1.1.2 Sources and resources - This unit contains...
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Level 1: Introductory 25 hrs
Systems diagramming
Digital & Computing

Systems diagramming

...Write down what they represent to you. Say what you use them for. DiscussionHere are my responses The first thing I had to hand was a ‘do it yourself’ (DIY) manual (being used a lot because I have just moved into a new house). This was full of diagrams of bits of rooms, fixtures, fittings, tools and other equipment that I might want to build or use myself around the...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs
The frozen planet
Nature & Environment

The frozen planet

...write down your initial thoughts about the polar regions without doing any research. So please jot down your responses to the following questions, answering first for the Arctic, and then the Antarctic. a.What three images or impressions come to mind? b.What three words, phrases or names do you first think of? c.What is the last news story you remember about each region?...
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Level 1: Introductory 7 hrs
An introduction to leadership for school governors (Wales)
Education & Development

An introduction to leadership for school governors (Wales)

...write some personal observations in text boxes. You can download all the comments you capture in the course by using 'download answers' which appears when you first save a comment in the course. Completing the text boxes is an essential part of this course to demonstrate your active participation – but because situations vary from school to school, answers will vary,...
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Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs