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Sound for music technology: An introduction
Science, Maths & Technology

Sound for music technology: An introduction

...changes of pressure. Answer The following are the correct pairings: 1 and (c) 2 and (b) 3 and (a). The following is the correct text: Sound waves are pressure waves, because they consist of cyclical changes of pressure. Sound waves emanating from a single source in the open (away from buildings etc.) are travelling waves because the pressure variations radiate outwards...
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Level 1: Introductory 20 hrs
Introduction to operations management
Money & Business

Introduction to operations management

...change when new products and services are introduced, new markets are provided for or new technologies are used. It is common for new ideas to be generated outside of operations but it is the role of the operations manager to implement those ideas. Activity 1: Introduction to operations management Timing: Allow around 50 minutes for this activity Read ‘Introduction to...
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Level 2: Intermediate 6 hrs
Introducing technology and innovation management
Science, Maths & Technology

Introducing technology and innovation management

...change and innovation has been nothing short of remarkable, affecting our lives, the effectiveness of organisations, the profitability of industries, the well-being of societies, the sustainability of the environment and the prosperity of nations. Indeed, it has long been recognised that technological innovation is an essential driver of economic growth. This can be...
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Level 1: Introductory 15 hrs
Lisa Sargood - Earth in Vision
Nature & Environment

Lisa Sargood - Earth in Vision

...change? I think it’s definitely part of natural history programme makers’ remit. When we talk about natural history programming, we’re talking obviously about a huge spectrum of different kinds of programmes and there is this great, epic, sit back, enjoy the spectacle, the wonder of this planet you live on, but then there is the whole spectrum of running all the way...
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Video 30 mins
In Our Time on Psychology: An OpenLearn listening list
Health, Sports & Psychology

In Our Time on Psychology: An OpenLearn listening list

...changed?" First broadcast: November 2002 Guests: Steven Pinker; Janet Radcliffe Richards; John Gray Listen to the Human Nature episode And read Steven Pinker discussing his book The Better Angels of Our Nature Altruism "If both mankind and the natural world are selfishly seeking to promote their own survival and advancement, how can we explain being kind to others,...
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Audio 5 mins
Are movies really getting longer?
History & The Arts

Are movies really getting longer?

...changed over the years. [Graph showing lengths of movies as described in the text] While older films had much more variation in length, we can see a clear pattern emerge where most movies now come in just shy of 100 minutes, and a small portion of short films stick to under 30. The mass market movie routine has clearly come to dominate as more films stick to a common...
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Article 5 mins
Are you a design creative?
Science, Maths & Technology

Are you a design creative?

...changing. If you are interested in becoming a designer, you may want to reflect on what kind of designer you want to be...This animation intends to spark curiosity about design careers outside of the more conventional fields such as architecture, product design, graphic design, or fashion design. It introduces a type of design practice which goes beyond the design of...
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Video 5 mins
A January detox to kick-start your year
Health, Sports & Psychology

A January detox to kick-start your year

...lifestyle change. To learn about your diet and health and how these are connected, below are some, articles, quizzes and courses designed to make you think about why you eat what you eat. Looking for more inspiration to become a better person this year? Why not learn a language or volunteer at your local charity - Here are some new year's resolutions to get you thinking....
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Article 15 mins