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Studying natural sciences bilingually
Science, Maths & Technology

Studying natural sciences bilingually

...writing and speaking skills and I do feel that being able to speak Welsh and write in Welsh offers an additional benefit further on in life. For example, when applying for a job in Wales, it’s become an increased advantage that you are able to speak and write through the medium of Welsh so I do feel, writing formally in the university in different forms, for example, an...
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Level 1: Introductory 1 hr
World-Changing Women: Hildegard of Bingen
History & The Arts

World-Changing Women: Hildegard of Bingen

...writing them down. Since her writings had to be subjected to the official sanction of a Papal Commission, her reputation grew and her presence gave the monastery much prestige, attracting visitors and pilgrims. However, Hildegard began to feel constrained by St. Disibode’s and in 1148 she left with her nuns (and their dowries) against the Abbott’s wishes and...
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World-Changing Women: Christine de Pizan
History & The Arts

World-Changing Women: Christine de Pizan

...writing verses to earn a living and these were well received. This success helped her become one of the first professional female writers in Europe. Her patrons included Louis I, Duke d’Orléans; the Duke de Berry; Philip II the Bold of Burgundy; Queen Isabella of Bavaria and, in England, the 4th Earl of Salisbury. In 1404 she was commissioned by the Duke of Burgundy to...
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Kropotkin, anarchism and geography: A discussion
Society, Politics & Law

Kropotkin, anarchism and geography: A discussion

...writings of a Russian anarchist prince called Peter Kropotkin. In the following podcast you can listen to the Philip being interviewed by Andy Morris, which introduces you to Kropotkin's life and ideas. Philip is interviewed by Andy Morris from The Open University’s Geography Department. [Marx as fashion] Transcript Andy Morris (AM): Hello, I'm Andy Morris and I'm...
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The Irish Gothic in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries
OpenLearn Ireland

The Irish Gothic in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries

...writing in the twentieth century - and beyond?...[Irish Yews and part of the extensive graveyard, Holme upon Spalding Moor]Irish Yews and part of the extensive graveyard, Holme upon Spalding Moor - Wikimedia Commons This article will explore the Gothic tradition on the island of Ireland in the form of the twentieth-century narrative. Building on the significant reputation...
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Creating a different world: Celebrating Ursula K LeGuin
History & The Arts

Creating a different world: Celebrating Ursula K LeGuin

...writing prolifically until recently. Her latest book, No Time to Spare: Thinking About What Matters, a collection of essays about everything, from writing to ageing, was published in December 2017. She was a strong female voice of dissent within male-dominated genres. She challenged race stereotypes in fantasy and science fiction. She had a long-lasting influence on a...
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Year of the Pig: Chinese New Year
Languages

Year of the Pig: Chinese New Year

...write and pronounce basic Chinese words?...2019 is the year of the Pig. The Pig is the twelfth in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac sign. The Pig is said to be logial anfd a 'fixer' They aren't good communicators, but they're kind and are providers; most are wealthy. Their main fault is that they lose their temper easily. Chinese New Year officially begins on February...
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Practitioner research
Education & Development

Practitioner research

...approach their work? Working with specific groups of people What factors should you consider when working with particular demographics? Being a good researcher Being a successful researcher requires rigor and discipline Analysis Analysis of a subject can often be a stumbling block for researchers Write up and Dissemination How does one keep track of the original question?...
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