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Introducing key global development challenges
Society, Politics & Law

Introducing key global development challenges

...educational policy, creating international defence alliances, or developing a global transport system are forms of deliberate development. Such changes affect all of us, our livelihoods, and our wellbeing to a greater or lesser extent, depending on where we are located in the overall picture. The issues of deep concern associated with development, such as environmental...
The law-making process in England and Wales
Society, Politics & Law

The law-making process in England and Wales

...education, health, defence. ‘De-fence?’ What? This fence? Yeah, well. Right. So my cabinet is a bit like my gang. I’m the leader of that gang. I like that, it’s good. I’ll be Prime Minister, then. Finally, I will have ultimate power. Ah, but will you? Yes. Ah, but will you though? Yeah. But will you? Yes. No. Because you’re forgetting about: Parliament. Now,...
Exploring the English language
History & The Arts

Exploring the English language

...education, government and science. What are the four main processes of standardisation? Make some notes about each process. Discussion You may have made fuller notes than these but the following is a selection of significant points. The four main processes of standardisation are: Selection: of an existing variety, usually that of the most powerful group in society. Key to...
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Section 6: Introduction to Learning Resources on Red Clydeside
Society, Politics & Law

Section 6: Introduction to Learning Resources on Red Clydeside

...education 1915-20; McIvor and Patterson on employers’ anti-labour activities. ii. Kenefick, William and McIvor, Arthur J., eds. (1997) Roots of Red Clydeside, 1910-1914. Edinburgh: John Donald. Abstract This study, embracing recent and mostly new research, places Red Clydeside in context and gives perspective to the role of the First World War as an incubator of...
What do we mean by digital health and social care?
Health, Sports & Psychology

What do we mean by digital health and social care?

...education of health and care professionals. For example, the University of Derby have an immersive interactive Clinical skills simulation suite that imitates a real ‘hospital ward’ and where students are able to make decisions about care in a ‘safe’ environment. Activity 3 The potential of digital technology for integrating care Watch the following video, which...
Who gets to be a human? Religion in colonial histories and Indigenous resistance
History & The Arts

Who gets to be a human? Religion in colonial histories and Indigenous resistance

...educational, and religious institutions. Activity 1 Am I one of ‘us’ or one of ‘them’? Timing: Allow approximately 10 minutes to complete this activity. Take a moment to reflect on who you include when you think of ‘us’ and who you imagine as ‘them.’ Consider your participation in these groups. Did you choose to be part of them, or were you included by...
Roaring Twenties? Europe in the interwar period
History & The Arts

Roaring Twenties? Europe in the interwar period

...education. The general poverty of the countryside meant that the market for industrial goods was small and growth discouraged. For example, 40 per cent of Hungarians were poor peasants who lived at a minimum level of subsistence and considered the most basic items such as shoes and clothes a luxury (Aldcroft, 2006, pp. 175–7). R.J. Crampton adds that often any surplus...
Protest Banners: Oddfellows and Chartism
Society, Politics & Law

Protest Banners: Oddfellows and Chartism

...education study or returning after a break? You may even be able to study for free. ​ Our 'Arts and Languages Access module' – designed to develop the key skills required for successful university study – is an ideal starting point. You will be introduced to a range of absorbing subjects to prepare you for a wide range of qualifications in the humanities, including:...