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The History of English in Ten Minutes
Languages

The History of English in Ten Minutes

...sources of English words and phrases from Shakespeare and the King James Bible to America and the Internet. Bursting with fascinating facts, the series looks at how English grew from a small tongue into a major global language before reflecting on the future of English in the 21st century... Anglo-Saxon A look at what words the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings bought to the...
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Introducing philosophy
History & The Arts

Introducing philosophy

...Open University in teaching philosophy. If you are considering studying philosophy, we recommend you start here. Although the course is mainly for people who are new to philosophy, you may find it helpful even if you already have some experience of the subject. The following material was written by Maria Kasmirli as a short introduction to philosophy for students planning...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Developing Reading for Pleasure: engaging young readers Badge icon
Education & Development

Developing Reading for Pleasure: engaging young readers

...sources for permission to reproduce material in this free course: Images and figures Course image: ©The Open University Section 1, Young boys reading: ©The Open University. Section 2, Young girl reading: ©The Open University. Section 3, Figure 1: from: Clark, C. and Teravainen-Goff, A. (2020) Children and young people’s reading in 2019: Findings from our Annual...
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Level 2: Intermediate 24 hrs
Will burnt food give you cancer?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Will burnt food give you cancer?

...source. Then high levels of acrylamide were found in potato products such as fried potatoes, as well as in coffee. It then became clear that acrylamide formation was associated with carbohydrate-rich foods, rather than protein-rich ones, and with foods that had been heated above 120°C (250°F), that is food that has been fried, roasted or baked. This was a new discovery,...
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Article 5 mins
Electroless plating
Science, Maths & Technology

Electroless plating

...source of nickel ions (5–7 g l-1). 20 g l-1 sodium hypophosphite (NaH2PO2. H2O) – reducing agent, source of energy for process. (Sulphuric acid and ammonium hydroxide added to control pH to 4.5–5.0). Manufacture: Production line consists of the following stages: alkaline soak or electroclean cold or warm water rinse acid pickle rinse electroless plate Additional...
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Article 10 mins
Can eating seaweed and algae keep the world fed?
Nature & Environment

Can eating seaweed and algae keep the world fed?

...source of food. Seaweed, for example, is a type of algae that has been eaten for centuries, but only 35 countries commercially harvest it today. Spirulina cyanobacteria is already eaten as a food supplement and several companies are trying to turn other forms of algae into a human food source. Farming these organisms in the right way could even help counter some of the...
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Make a changing world a better place
Science, Maths & Technology

Make a changing world a better place

...Open University and OpenLearn to provide free courses and training to anyone looking to change their career path or expand their skills and the job opportunities available to them. OpenLearn is home to a large range of technology courses which allow individuals to enhance their understanding of all aspects of technology, from very specific specialist training for IT...
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Article 10 mins
The world of water
Nature & Environment

The world of water

...Open University's range of science short courses March 22nd is World Water Day, an international day observed across the globe and an opportunity to learn more about water related problems and make a difference for those who suffer from water related issues. The day urges others to be inspired to tell other people and take action. World Water Day dates back to 22 March...
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Article 5 mins