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Studying design at The Open University: a rewarding journey
Science, Maths & Technology

Studying design at The Open University: a rewarding journey

...Open University (OU). While studying with us, they also played a key role in co-designing the new Bachelor of Design (BDes) qualification during their Virtual Internship. I am certain one of the proudest moments in their internship was planning this video, from writing the storyboard and script to recording the video in the OU studio. [Cindy and Ida’s storyboard for the...
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Using sources: Considering breadth as well as depth
Education & Development

Using sources: Considering breadth as well as depth

...sourcing material and referencing in an assignment? Here's a guide to sources in today's digital environment. ...Introduction I thought I would follow up on the discussion on sourcing material and referencing, which I hope identified some useful tips for you? I suspect this is a subject area which you may not find particularly exciting or fun, however I would argue it is...
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Can renewable energy sources power the world? Badge icon
Science, Maths & Technology

Can renewable energy sources power the world?

...open course, Can renewable energy sources power the world?. The course is made up of eight weeks, with approximately three hours of study in each. It is suggested that you do one session per week, but you can work through the course at your own pace, so if you have more time one week there is no problem with pushing on to complete another session. The eight weeks cover...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Opening up history: religion and politics in the Elizabethan era
History & The Arts

Opening up history: religion and politics in the Elizabethan era

...Open University's Arts and Humanities courses and qualifications. 1. What first got you interested in history? [Dr Neil Younger]Honestly, I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t fascinated by history. 2. What is your specialist area and how did you end up focusing on this? Like many, I studied the Tudors at A-Level, and loved the period, especially the reign of...
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Reproduction, Sexualities and Sexual Health Research at The Open University
Health, Sports & Psychology

Reproduction, Sexualities and Sexual Health Research at The Open University

...Open University leads interdisciplinary research in reproductive choices, HIV/AIDS, sexuality & disability, the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender (LGBT+) people and pregnancy & childbirth. This page brings together free resources that have been developed as part of our research, covering: HIV Sex and relationships Reproductive choices Pregnancy and...
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Take the next step with an Open University short course
Education & Development

Take the next step with an Open University short course

...Open University's short courses. Our short courses are open to all and are delivered entirely online, giving you the flexibility to fit learning around your life. Our courses cover a wide range of subjects, from business management and computing to creative arts and languages. Created by our leading OU academics, and with many courses endorsed by leading industry...
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Methods in Motion: What does Open Methodologies mean?
Society, Politics & Law

Methods in Motion: What does Open Methodologies mean?

...Open Methodologies offers a new way of research. Elizabeth Silva explains more...[Removal men at work] The starting premise is that open methodologies do not assume a reflective person as the originator of knowledge and meaning, but neither do they wholly relinquish the notion of the human, or favour anonymous forces. Central to the approach is a concern with the...
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