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What is language?
Languages

What is language?

...work?...This short animated video explores the fundamental questions about the origin and function of language, and gives a quick introduction to the history and social significance of our communicative abilities. Transcript If this piece has piqued your interest in the world of words, we have many language courses available for you to study. If you want to know more...
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Video 5 mins
International Day of Happiness
Health, Sports & Psychology

International Day of Happiness

...working to end conflict, poverty and other unfortunate conditions in which so many of our fellow human beings live." Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon 20 March marks the start of spring, and it is also the International Day of Happiness when people around the globe share and celebrate what makes them happy. If that's not enough to get your happy juice flowing, we've prepared...
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Article 5 mins
Art and Visual Culture: Medieval to Modern
History & The Arts

Art and Visual Culture: Medieval to Modern

...of Neo-classical sculpture in an English country house. And you will find out about a key movement in modern art, Abstract Expressionism, and take a look at some iconic works in Tate Modern. This material forms part of The Open University course A226 Exploring art and visual culture...The podcast collection Try a FREE course Take it further with The Open University...
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Audio 1 hr 30 mins
Think like an entrepreneur
Money & Business

Think like an entrepreneur

...work, entrepreneurs think differently. They combine creativity with resilience, testing ideas, learning from setbacks, and adapting fast. In this interactive, guided by entrepreneur and business expert Julian Hall, you’ll explore what makes entrepreneurs unique, the different paths they take, and the skills that drive success. Whether you dream of launching a start-up,...
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Activity 5 mins
Good Academic Practice Collection
Education & Development

Good Academic Practice Collection

...work: exploring academic integrity course. Plagiarism comes in all shapes and forms. This short interactive course is essential if you want to understand what is meant by good academic practice. The other resources in this collection will help to further your understanding. Check out our series of short animations If you are a student studying with The Open University you...
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Article 5 mins
Hadrian: The Roamin' Emperor
History & The Arts

Hadrian: The Roamin' Emperor

...work out what motivated the Roman Emperor, Hadrian, to travel so extensively?...Let's go! Go on a journey around the globe with Hadrian and gain fascinating insights into the life and mind of this intriguing historical figure. Can you debunk some of the many classical myths around him, or will you fall into the same trap as others? [Image taken from the Hadrian: The...
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Activity 5 mins
Build your personal brand
Money & Business

Build your personal brand

...of yourself. You’ll also learn quick, practical ways to talk about your brand, including a simple introduction technique you can use anytime. With a few tools, some honest reflection, and the support of others, you’ll build a brand that feels real, works for you, and grows with you. Start interactive [laptop with Build your personal brand interactive on the screen]...
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Activity 5 mins
Children and the Internet
Health, Sports & Psychology

Children and the Internet

...the risks of unregulated access to information from net Regulation and benefits Professor Sonia Livingstone feels the benefits outweigh the risks Working with children methods and challenges The challenges psychologists face with this type of research. Which children are most vulnerable Professor Sonia Livingstone discuss what other factors contribute to child safety...
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Audio 36 mins