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Evolutionary tree of mammals
Nature & Environment

Evolutionary tree of mammals

...introduction to the evolution of mammals considers Darwin's observations on mammals and how he noticed that species fell into natural groups. This free course, Evolutionary tree of mammals, looks at evidence from fossils and DNA to examine which mammals are most closely related to whales...This introduction to the evolution of mammals considers Darwin's observations on...
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Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs
Diversity and inclusion in the workplace Badge icon
Money & Business

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace

...manager to lead projects and grow, etc., this helps the new manager to feel valued and respected. It delivers a sense of belonging.’...Week 8: Next steps: 6 This week’s quiz - It’s now time to take the Week 8 compulsory badge quiz. It’s similar to previous quizzes, but this time, like Week 4, instead of answering five questions there will be 15. Open the quiz in a...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Why not ‘World Religions’?
History & The Arts

Why not ‘World Religions’?

...Introduction - You’ve probably heard the term ‘World Religions’. You may have come across it in documentaries, newspapers or textbooks. Perhaps you’ve even done a course at school or university called ‘Introduction to World Religions’, or something similar. The idea that there are five or six ‘major’ or ‘world’ religions is so common that it seems...
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Level 1: Introductory 1 hr
Can renewable energy sources power the world? Badge icon
Science, Maths & Technology

Can renewable energy sources power the world?

...manage your digital badges online from My OpenLearn. In addition, you can download and print your OpenLearn statement of participation – which also displays your Open University badge. The Open University would really appreciate a few minutes of your time to tell us about yourself and your expectations for the course before you begin, in our optional start-of-course...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Language in professional life
Languages

Language in professional life

...Introduction - To start this course, take a look at the following slideshow of logos. You’re probably familiar with many of the items in the slideshow. Think for a moment on what one or two of these mean to you. You may have thought that ‘Ferrari’ denotes status symbols, ‘BBC’ conjures up solid reliability whereas IKEA has a practical vibe. All of these images...
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Level 3: Advanced 12 hrs
Succeeding in postgraduate study Badge icon
Education & Development

Succeeding in postgraduate study

...manage your studies, and reflect on your own learning. Parts of this course will introduce you to aspects of studying for Master's by distance learning, and communicating in an online environment. The course covers four thematic areas (over eight sessions): The nature of Master's level study and distance learning Essential information and digital literacy skills for...
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Level 3: Advanced 24 hrs
The impact of technology on children's physical activity
Health, Sports & Psychology

The impact of technology on children's physical activity

...Introduction - This free course, The impact of technology on children’s physical activity, explores the impact of technology on children’s physical activity levels. It examines the different types of technology that children have access to and the ways in which they engage with it. As part of this discussion, this course looks at information from a range of different...
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Level 1: Introductory 6 hrs
Science doesn't know how free divers do it
Health, Sports & Psychology

Science doesn't know how free divers do it

...project about free diving for the Wellcome Collection’s new exhibition Somewhere in Between. Scientists and those who practise free diving are in many ways utterly alien to one another. When you look at the stresses this sport places on our physiology, it initially looks almost impossible that anyone should be able to dive to such profound depths – and yet they do....
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