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Doping in rugby union: a case of papering over the cracks?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Doping in rugby union: a case of papering over the cracks?

...can rugby address the issue of doping at all levels. To learn more about sports and fitness, find videos, articles, games and free courses on OpenLearn. If you're interested in studying Sports and Fitness with the Open University, explore more courses and qualifications we offer in this subject area. This article was first published on the OU Sports & Fitness blog....
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David Lucey
Education & Development

David Lucey

...free courses” and OpenLearn came up as one of the top results, but when I looked at the site, what interested me the most was the wide range of courses available. I was really surprised at how much OpenLearn had to offer... the resources are amazing!’ he added – and we’re obviously delighted to hear that! But David also had a very personal reason for seeking out...
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Five reasons why you should care about mindfulness
Health, Sports & Psychology

Five reasons why you should care about mindfulness

...season, the smells that meet your nose, how the temperature feels on your skin and savour being in that particular moment. Transcript This resource is part of the 'Wellbeing and Mental Health Collection' created by the Open University in Wales. You can learn more and find courses, articles and other activities on the collection's homepage. Like this? Try our FREE courses...
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Article 10 mins
Dementia Awareness: What is dementia, and how can we reduce the risk?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Dementia Awareness: What is dementia, and how can we reduce the risk?

...free courses on health and social care. You may also want to take your interest in dementia and health care further by taking an Open University course. Support and information Call the Alzheimer's Society National Dementia Helpline on 0300 222 1122. Visit www.alzheimers.org.uk for more information, advice and support in your local area. Discover more about care services...
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Article 20 mins
HeadStart Classical Studies
History & The Arts

HeadStart Classical Studies

...free courses on the classical world...The birth of the goddess Athena from the head of her father, Zeus. Image by Flaroh Illustration. The courses are: Exploring Homer's Odyssey Exploring ancient Greek religion The many guises of the emperor Augustus Herodotus and the invention of history Exploring Ovid's big ideas HeadStart Classical Studies is designed for anyone and...
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Article 10 mins
General Election 2015 - 79Rewind
Society, Politics & Law

General Election 2015 - 79Rewind

...free learning. Try one of our free open courses: Political Ordering Nationalism, self-determination and secession Rights and justice in international relations The USA, power and international order: Foreign policy under Obama Politics, media and war: 9/11 and its aftermaths Welfare reconstruction 2 days: Step back in time and see BBC 1979 election coverage: See Part Two...
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Introducing environmental decision making
Nature & Environment

Introducing environmental decision making

...free course, Introducing environmental decision making, considers decisions in their broader contexts and advocates a systems approach to environmental decision making...Many of the decisions we make have implications for our environment, particularly those concerning natural resources and waste. Taking account of environmental factors in decision making can be both...
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Level 3: Advanced 24 hrs
English: skills for learning Badge icon
Education & Development

English: skills for learning

...free course which lasts about 8 weeks, with approximately 3 hours' study time each week. You can work through the course at your own pace, so if you have more time one week there is no problem with pushing on to complete another week's study. You can also take as long as you want to complete it. The Open University would really appreciate a few minutes of your time to...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs