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Women in the Railway in Scotland During both World Wars
Society, Politics & Law

Women in the Railway in Scotland During both World Wars

...out about The Open University's History and Social Sciences courses. Background During the First World War the railway network was a central part of the war effort. It was relied upon to transport medical supplies and military equipment, army personnel and horses, to the ports for export to the front. Women played a key role as they were charged with keeping the railways...
Why do female footballers experience knee injuries and what can be done?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Why do female footballers experience knee injuries and what can be done?

...out with an ACL injury.What is an ACL injury? [An image showing an ACL tear in the knee.] The ACL is a strong band of connective tissue which runs diagonally inside the knee, joining the thigh bone (femur) to the front of the shin bone (tibia). In conjunction with the other ligaments in the knee, such as the Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL), it helps to give the knee...
A brief history of Harlem
Society, Politics & Law

A brief history of Harlem

...out more about The OU's Social Sciences qualifications. [ Three African American women in Harlem during the Harlem Renaissance, ca. 192] Three African American women in Harlem during the Harlem Renaissance, ca. 1925 This New York City neighbourhood - part of Manhattan borough - has long been home for its large proportion of African-American residents and businesses. After...
Diary of a new Life Peer
Society, Politics & Law

Diary of a new Life Peer

...out necessary checks on all nominees. These include checking with relevant government departments and agencies and other organisations, including the Electoral Commission, as well as carrying out a media search. For political peerages, the Commission checks the propriety of nominees. 9 February 2024 The Secretary to HOLAC notified me that the vetting process had been...
What makes it hard for migrants to learn the language of their new home?
Languages

What makes it hard for migrants to learn the language of their new home?

...out more about The Open University's Language courses and qualifications. Germany has discovered a new social type that is causing grief in modern diverse societies: the “Integrationsverweigerer;” literally someone who refuses to integrate, a “Verweigerer” is a “conscientious objector” or a “refusenik.” The principal characteristic of a
What are South Asian young adult carers’ aspirations for the future?
Health, Sports & Psychology

What are South Asian young adult carers’ aspirations for the future?

...out research with South Asian young adult carers living in England (see below). Our research shows that they work hard to fit the caring role into their lives along with studying, caring for the rest of the family and looking after the home, such as housework, paying bills and managing the family’s finances. Thinking ahead: planning for the future Each young person,...
Developing leadership practice in voluntary organisations
Money & Business

Developing leadership practice in voluntary organisations

...out as leaders? Is it possible to come up with a set of leadership characteristics suitable for all voluntary organisations? Activity 1 Leadership as traits Timing: Allow about 10 minutes In the box below, jot down some traits that you think are important for leaders in the voluntary sector to possess. Comment Did you include any of the following traits? Intelligence;...
Discussion hub: What is helpful for someone undergoing treatment for cancer?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Discussion hub: What is helpful for someone undergoing treatment for cancer?

...out a friend or relative with cancer let us know what you found to be helpful in the Comments section below. What do you think? What is helpful for someone undergoing treatment for cancer and their families? If you know someone who has cancer and want to help them in any way possible you may like to order our Big C booklet or visit our OU news website complete with a five...