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I Bought A Rainforest - Episode 2
Nature & Environment

I Bought A Rainforest - Episode 2

...of the problem and meets Erazmo, a mine owner who has spent 30 years trying to strike it lucky. The harsh working conditions and 16 hours shifts are brutal reminders to Charlie that both the rainforest and its inhabitants pay a high price for the bullion propping up the world banking system. Clip: The deadly process of illegal gold mining Clip: Meet the giant otters...
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Video 10 mins
3D printing
Science, Maths & Technology

3D printing

...system positions the print head above the position requiring material addition. Droplets of material are deposited from the print head onto the surface where required. As material is added and solidified drop by drop the first layer is created. Further layers are built up on top of previous layers by increasing the height of the print head. After deposition, post...
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Article 10 mins
Studying social work law
Society, Politics & Law

Studying social work law

...system. You will hear the experiences of social work practitioners, lawyers, advocates and advice workers about ways they support people with insecure immigration status. All four courses are open to anyone who has an interest in how social work is underpinned by legislative frameworks in the UK. They will be of particular interest to people considering entering the...
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Article 10 mins
Understanding Social Change
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding Social Change

...system caught up with this change in family structure? Divided Society Divides between rich and poor, spatial and rural/urban divides. New Labour, new society? Under New Labour, things have improved but only for some sections of society. Rising inequalities and uncertainties about issues such as pensions. Globalisation - what is it? Changing Definitions of Globalisation,...
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Audio 1 hr 15 mins
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Languages

How to learn a language

...thinking of learning a language. Whether it is the first time you are venturing into language learning, or if you have already started, this course will show you how to keep motivated, set your own goals, and develop strategies to learn a language. You will understand what is needed to succeed, and get lots of advice on how to develop the four skills of speaking,...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Promoting equality through the Arts
History & The Arts

Promoting equality through the Arts

...think about the meaning of home in a fast-paced, globalised world. What does it mean to have, to create, to be, or to feel at home? What makes different communities and individuals – migrants, refugees, minorities, the differently abled, the young, the old, those with and without physical homes – feel or be at home? How do we dwell, inhabit, or create a home in a...
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Article 20 mins
I-Spy: Episode 3
Health, Sports & Psychology

I-Spy: Episode 3

...argues with each other on Oliver’s late return from the pub. ...Transcript • What do you think about the way Rihanna is trying to find out about Oliver’s online behaviour? • If you’re in a relationship is it OK to look for sexual excitement on the internet? Try a FREE course on some of the themes related to infidelity Take it further with The Open University...
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Video 5 mins
What's the animal?
Education & Development

What's the animal?

...to download and print...[Cows] This activity is something that you can do with children aged between about 3 and 11 years old. It’s based on a test that psychologists have used to explore children’s inhibitory control. It’s a fun activity to do and it may give you a clearer idea of how your child thinks. [The stroop test] Click here to download What's The Animal?...
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Activity 5 mins