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Understanding refugee experiences: Refugee Week
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding refugee experiences: Refugee Week

...free online courses and research on how refugees are navigating life during the COVID-19 pandemic, to creative and artistic projects in refugee camps, and with child migrants separated from their families, there is so much to learn. The Open University has a rich archive of material that we want to share with you – material created by, with, for and about refugees....
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Article 15 mins
Answering questions in Science
Science, Maths & Technology

Answering questions in Science

...course of these videos, we will explore the diversity of the natural sciences, including why it snows, why metals corrode, the possibility of life on Mars, and the scientific method itself. Whether you’re wondering about the chemistry of everyday substances, the mechanics of plate tectonics, or the physics behind the Sun’s enduring shine, these videos will provide you...
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Video 30 mins
The homeless problem
Society, Politics & Law

The homeless problem

...free short course An introduction to social work. The homeless problem Transcript Being homeless Transcript Impact of legislation Transcript Lack of coordinated support Transcript Criminalisation of homelessness Transcript Homelessness and incarceration Transcript Slipping through the net Transcript Getting off the streets Transcript View our dedicated hub on homelessness...
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Video 30 mins
At a crossroads: navigating work and/or family alongside study
Health, Sports & Psychology

At a crossroads: navigating work and/or family alongside study

...courses and qualifications. [A lady sitting down in cafe working on a laptop.] Click on the image above, or click here to start your interactive experience. Instructions For best results, use a modern web browser. Upgrade to the latest version of Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari. Research with students The interactive is based on the real-life stories and self-reported...
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Activity 20 mins
A future for languages in schools?
Languages

A future for languages in schools?

...about the LCLC at their website: www.lclc.info or by following the LCLC on Twitter: @London_LangCult Explore more about languages on OpenLearn Find out about the European Day of Languages Discover what learning languages can do for you Try our language courses for free! Explore more about languages Go back to the menu Try our language courses for free! Go back to the menu...
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Freedom of speech
History & The Arts

Freedom of speech

...courses and qualifications [Political banner promoting free speech (US)] The pros and cons There are good reasons to preserve freedom of speech – the case is made with formidable power in John Stuart Mill’s classic text, On Liberty (1859). In a society in which speech is free, there will be an interchange of ideas, truths that damage those in power will be more...
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World Bipolar Day
Health, Sports & Psychology

World Bipolar Day

...to an inspiring line-up of speakers at our online conference on World Bipolar Day, Thursday 30 March 2023, 6-9pm. Sign up for a free ticket here Understand bipolar better Take our free eLearning course here Wondering if you - or someone you know - might have bipolar? Read info about getting a diagnosis here Need support? Find out about our peer support services here...
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Article 5 mins
What is it like to research death and loss?
Health, Sports & Psychology

What is it like to research death and loss?

...course and in diverse contexts. The Centre’s vision is to use research and education to foster open dialogue and critical engagement with death and loss. This podcast is a conversation between three of the Centre’s members discussing their experiences of what it is like to do research in this topic area. They discuss how others react to their research, what has shaped...
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