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Norma Waterson: English Folk Singing
History & The Arts

Norma Waterson: English Folk Singing

...human history. It is practiced in every society in the world, its importance undiminished in modern times. The tracks on this album focus on English Folk singing, the traditions behind the songs, and the stories behind the traditions. Performances from folk singer Norma Waterson complete the fascinating journey through English folk heritage. This material is drawn from...
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Audio 39 mins
Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage
Health, Sports & Psychology

Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage

...Human genetics and health issues... Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage An introduction to the album, Sickle cell disease: a lethal advantage. The history of the sickle-shaped cell Starting with the first diagnosis, we trace the history of sickle cell disease. We also visit the world of statistics to discover how many children are born with the illness. Sickle cell...
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Audio 29 mins
Accessibility of eLearning
Education & Development

Accessibility of eLearning

...resources or universal design? - [Described image] Figure 6 Would universal design avoid situations such as this? In the field of accessibility (and in particular with relation to eLearning) there exists an ongoing debate about the value of universal design (also known as design-for-all) versus the creation of alternative (or special) resources to meet particular needs....
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Level 3: Advanced 15 hrs
Networked practitioner: open or closed practice?
Education & Development

Networked practitioner: open or closed practice?

...resources. In Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) there may be no fee, no registration process (or a simpler process with less commitment when compared to other forms of education), access to reuse and repurpose the content, optional assessment, and expectations that the majority of learners will not complete the whole course through their own choice. This shift in...
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Level 3: Advanced 4 hrs
Life behind a mask
Health, Sports & Psychology

Life behind a mask

...resources will be used beyond the eyes in ways in which they are normally used, but now with intensified features: we may squint noticeably as we smile behind the mask. Covering the lower half of the face reduces the ability to communicate, interpret, and mimic the expressions of those with whom we interact. Positive emotions become less recognisable and negative emotions...
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Article 10 mins
Make your clothes count
Nature & Environment

Make your clothes count

...resources that could be put to better use by being repaired, passed on or donated. Extending the wearable life of a t-shirt or any other garment by just three months would lead to a 5-10% reduction in the amount of carbon and water used and waste created. So, encouraging people to think about the way they buy, use and pass on clothes clearly helps to save money and...
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Article 5 mins
National Novel Writing Month
History & The Arts

National Novel Writing Month

...resources available, all designed to improve your skills for study. 2. Put it in your diary To ensure you find time for your writing, block time out for it. Treat your writing like you were making plans with a friend, and give it the same respect. If something else comes up, do not reschedule this time it's this lack of prioritising that feeds the procrastination. Want...
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Article 5 mins
Year of the Tiger: Chinese New Year
Languages

Year of the Tiger: Chinese New Year

...Chinese New Year festival season will last until 15 February which is known as the Lantern Festival. [Lanterns for Chinese New Year] Celebrate the new year by dipping into some of our fantastic resources on China and Chinese. In addition to those free resources, you may also wish to have look at our newly launched short courses in Chinese language and business culture....
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Article 5 mins