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Using and managing waste
Science, Maths & Technology

Using and managing waste

...Open University explains why the case studies were chosen, and Dr Suresh Nesaratnam gives an overview of the academic context in which waste management is studied. The material forms part of The Open University course T210 Environmental control and public health... Using and managing waste A brief introduction to this album Waste Minimisation Cutting down the amount of...
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Audio 1 hr 17 mins
Environmental responsibility
Nature & Environment

Environmental responsibility

...course: TD866 Environmental responsibility: ethics, policy and action... Environmental responsibility A short introduction to this album. Conversation on creative climate with Joe Smith and Martin Reynolds - part 1 Part 1 of 2 - Discussion exploring the value of an Open University initiative – in partnership with the BBC – called Creative Climate, providing space over...
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Audio 1 hr 42 mins
Rocks in the field
Science, Maths & Technology

Rocks in the field

...Open University course S260 Geology... Rocks in the field Intro to album, as per album description. Giant's Causeway The Open University's Glynda Easterbrook visit's Giant's Causeway, a rock formation which is the result of a volcanic eruption and Northern Ireland's most popular tourist attraction. The interbasaltic horizon What is an interbasaltic horizon? Geologist Tony...
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Audio 36 mins
1722 to 2021 - a history of Scotland's railway
Society, Politics & Law

1722 to 2021 - a history of Scotland's railway

...the development of Scotland's railway industry? Find out in this brief interactive guide to key points in its history. ...Find out more about The Open University's History and Social Sciences courses. The magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct, built between 1897 and 1901. Click the icons to reveal key events. Click here to view the accessible version of this interactive content...
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Article 5 mins
Rene Descartes - “I think, therefore I am”
History & The Arts

Rene Descartes - “I think, therefore I am”

Stephen Fry explains Rene Descartes argument 'Cogito Ergo Sum' - 'I think, therefore I am'...Find out more about The Open University's Philosophy courses “I think, therefore I am” This is Descartes' famous Cogito argument: Cogito Ergo Sum. This short animation explains how he came to this conclusion of certainty when surrounded by uncertainty and doubt.
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Video 5 mins
OpenLearn’s Intro to LAWW
Miscellaneous

OpenLearn’s Intro to LAWW

...Open University, is delighted to return as a partner of Learning at Work Week (12–18 May 2025) again this year...Across the OpenLearn site you will find around 900 free courses, as well as topical articles, videos, quizzes and interactive games covering a diverse range of subjects – all of it free – which makes it the perfect resource to support your Learning at...
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Alternative education: listening to the voices of young people
Education & Development

Alternative education: listening to the voices of young people

...courses available on OpenLearn. This platform has enabled her to pursue Further Education (FE College) and Higher Education through The Open University due to its uniquely inclusive ethos that supports learning regardless of age, income, or background. Most courses do not require young people to hold prior qualifications. The Open University is open to all. A ......
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Video 20 mins
Big moon rising
Science, Maths & Technology

Big moon rising

...Astronomy and Planetary Science qualification. Four “supermoons” will rise from August 2024 (2024's first supermoon was on 19 August and the rest are on 18 September, 17 October and 15 November). As usual , there will be many pictures trying to show off the “over-sized” moon. But I don’t think it deserves so much attention. On these nights, the Moon will be at...
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