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The Linux Effect: 20th Anniversary
Science, Maths & Technology

The Linux Effect: 20th Anniversary

...course T155 Linux: an introduction... Introducing Linux Some say Leenix, some Leenux, some say Linux. So how do you say it? Linux - Origins Richard Stallman broke free of the closed proprietary world of UNIX computing when he announced the GNU project in 1983. But GNU needed a kernel. In 2001 Linus Torvalds gave it one. Audio courtesy of Christian Einfeldt and crew of the...
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Languages and the refugee crisis
Languages

Languages and the refugee crisis

...challenges ahead could be the first step towards a future of peaceful and happy co-existence. Explore more about languages on OpenLearn Find out more 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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Using OpenLearn as an OU Student
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Using OpenLearn as an OU Student

...course, Multidisciplinary study: the value and benefits. If you are a postgraduate student then Succeeding in postgraduate study is the best course for you. Researching your next module A small portion (up to 5%) of almost every module offered by The Open University is repurposed and offered for free on OpenLearn. You can use these to research different subjects or help...
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60 second adventures in economics: The Invisible Hand
Society, Politics & Law

60 second adventures in economics: The Invisible Hand

...courses. David Mitchell is waiting to explain six key economic concepts in sixty seconds apiece. Which is pretty economical in itself, if you think about it... Transcript: An economy is a tricky thing to control, and governments are always trying to figure out how to do it. Back in 1776 economist Adam Smith shocked everyone by saying that what governments should actually...
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Our top OpenLearn hubs to get you started
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Our top OpenLearn hubs to get you started

...courses, videos, interactive activities and articles on a key theme. Whether you're looking to build skills, spark ideas or support others, there's something here for you. When you're ready, just click into a hub to start discovering free content that fits your interests. We’ve picked out a selection of our most popular hubs to get you started: Elective Home Education...
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Danielle Martin
Education & Development

Danielle Martin

...courses – pretty much any subject you could think of!’, she said, ‘and it seemed like a perfect way to not only test my brain, but as a way to keep me occupied while recovering – no obligation to complete anything, and no fees to pay made it ideal.’ ‘With new courses being added all the time, I know I will keep using OpenLearn during my degree and beyond. The...
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Download our Chinese characters learning apps
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Download our Chinese characters learning apps

Dr Qian Kan, Head of Chinese at The Open University, led the development and the update of the Chinese@OU app, which is ready to download. She explains below why it is important to learn Chinese..._Find out more about The Open University's Languages courses and qualifications._ Chinese@OU app has been updated This free Chinese character learning app is developed by the...
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Why you should visit the OpenLearn sustainability hub
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Why you should visit the OpenLearn sustainability hub

...free, expert-led content that turns knowledge into action...We all know the planet’s facing some serious challenges - from the climate crisis to rising inequality - and many of us want to make a difference, but aren’t quite sure where to start. That’s where the OpenLearn sustainability hub comes in. It’s a free, easy-to-use platform packed with resources to help...
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