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Solving the perplexing mathematicians' problem of the spectre
Science, Maths & Technology

Solving the perplexing mathematicians' problem of the spectre

...courses. Periodic tiles Imagine tiling your bathroom with square tiles. Square tiles will fit together perfectly to cover the whole wall. In fact, if you had infinitely many square tiles, you could use them to cover an infinite flat surface. The downside is that the pattern is quite boring. In fact, if you take a copy of the pattern, and slide it to the right, all the...
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Killed by Agatha Christie: Strychnine and the detective novel
History & The Arts

Killed by Agatha Christie: Strychnine and the detective novel

...course, was left sitting on a hall table so that almost anyone in the house could have poisoned it. And the coffee theory set up another poisonous puzzle. Strychnine is a notably fast-acting poison; in animals, symptoms often arise within 30 minutes, according to the Merck Veterinary Manual. In humans, as soon as 15 minutes after ingestion, according to the U.S. Centers...
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The Open University and SWAP Learning Hub
Education & Development

The Open University and SWAP Learning Hub

...courses relevant to students studying SWAP courses. SWAP students can find courses that offer new topics to explore, build on their study with SWAP, and help prepare for further study at university. We hope these resources will help you on your educational journey..._Find out more about The Open University's Open degree. _ [The Open University and SWAP logos.] Welcome to...
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When Heath met Nixon
History & The Arts

When Heath met Nixon

...German Chancellor Willi] Brandt not to discuss abstract subjects. Instead of the future of Europe, I went straight to the issue of preferences, etc, and we settled it quickly on a business-like basis." The President remarked that "we need vision rather than technicians." The Soviets and arms reduction BACKGROUND: After the nuclear arms races of the 1950s and the 1960s,...
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About The Open Centre for Languages and Cultures
Languages

About The Open Centre for Languages and Cultures

...courses in a range of languages and communication-related subjects...Find out more about The Open University's Language courses and qualifications Transcript "At the heart of our mission for the Open Centre for Languages and Cultures sits the ambition to open up access to high quality opportunities to learn languages and engage with cultures for learners from all over the...
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Stamford College
Education & Development

Stamford College

...courses as part of their BTEC Business qualification. Students have used their statements of participation to put them ahead of the competition, securing part time work and work experience placements. ...[Students at Stamford College with their certificates of participation.]Caz Dolby, Assistant Head of Faculty at the College, uses OpenLearn courses to support and...
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British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
Education & Development

British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy

...courses...Find out about The Open University's Psychology courses and qualifications So whether you're just starting out in private practice, need guidance on marketing your business or find yourself managing employees for the first time, you'll find a course designed to support you. [Logo for British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy] Why study an OpenLearn...
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Taking part in the voluntary sector
Money & Business

Taking part in the voluntary sector

...course is for people who are interested in being involved or progressing in the voluntary sector...Taking part in the voluntary sector is an introductory course for people who are considering volunteering or would like to progress within the voluntary sector. The course will also be relevant to those such as donors, supporters or carers who have involvement with voluntary...
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