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The Rainbow analysed
Science, Maths & Technology

The Rainbow analysed

...Open University course MU120 Open mathematics... The rainbow analysed introduction The rainbow analysed introduction Aristotle's theory In about 300BC Greek philosopher Aristotle proposed a theory to why the rainbow has such a specific shape. A full circle rainbow? Aristotle's model also tells us that if we are high enough we can see the full rainbow circle. This is often...
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Sustainability
Education & Development

Sustainability

...Open and Cross-curricular Innovation team. The reason why I really like YXM130 is the flexibility, allowing you to study what interests you from a wide range of subject areas. I have always been a keen environmentalist and been fortunate to support and work alongside the OU academics who author the Environment curriculum. In the current climate emergency, I have selected...
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A parasocial Valentine's letter
History & The Arts

A parasocial Valentine's letter

...open access courses ‘What happens to you when you read?’ and ‘Introducing the psychology of our relationships with fictional villains’. Catherine Earnshaw Wuthering Heights Haworth Moor West Yorkshire BD22 9QS My dearest Cathy, I write, as usual, as I sit by the fireside, your book open in front of me. As I read the pages that make you come alive, I can almost...
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I-Spy: Episode 4
Health, Sports & Psychology

I-Spy: Episode 4

...has ‘crossed the line’ and sets up a meeting with Minnie...Transcript • What do you think about Oliver deciding to meet Minnie after his ‘discovery’ about Rihanna? • Is it OK to develop a strong emotional relationship with someone who is not your partner? Try a FREE course on some of the themes related to infidelity Take it further with The Open University...
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50 years of sport and fitness
Health, Sports & Psychology

50 years of sport and fitness

...Open University celebrates its 50th year, discover how sport and fitness has rapidly developed since 1969. In this series of articles, we look back at the advances made in technology and sports medicine, successes of British sportswomen, world records and changes in various sports and fitness activites...Discover how sport has changed in the past 50 years Now take a free...
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Claudia Hammond on BBC All in the Mind, Mental Health and Psychology
Health, Sports & Psychology

Claudia Hammond on BBC All in the Mind, Mental Health and Psychology

...about what got her interested in mental health, psychology and the mind in this exclusive interview ...Transcript Did you know All in the Mind is co-produced by The Open University? Check out our All in the Mind page to find out more about the series and get additional FREE content on mental health and the mind. Interested in mental health or psychology? Try a FREE course...
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Change in the West of Ireland
OpenLearn Ireland

Change in the West of Ireland

...Open University course ‘Changing Britain, Changing world: geographical perspectives’. The course was studied by Open University students between 1985 and 1995. The collection of articles uses the course materials to give an overview of issues past and present in the West of Ireland and provide a snapshot of changes to aspects of economy and society in two Irish case...
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Six Nations 2017
Health, Sports & Psychology

Six Nations 2017

...rugby match in progress] The Six Nations Championship, the annual international rugby union competition involving six European teams: England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales is back. Discover all the different ways in which sport impacts our lives and explore The Open University's sports and fitness modules and qualifications by trying a free course....
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