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DNA, RNA and protein formation
Science, Maths & Technology

DNA, RNA and protein formation

...Open University course Exploring science... DNA, RNA and protein formation A brief introduction to this album. DNA and inherited information Dr Norman Cohen introduces four key characteristics any set of inherited instructions needs to have. DNA replication How DNA molecules replicate themselves. The information in DNA How DNA carries the information that encodes genetic...
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Exploring wave motion
Science, Maths & Technology

Exploring wave motion

...Open University uses a ripple tank to demonstrate some of the key features of wave motion, and show how waves spread out when they pass through an aperture. Using a laser and a diffraction grating, he shows that light waves spread out in the same way. The album draws on material originally created to support The Open University course Exploring Science... Exploring wave...
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Audio 20 mins
OpenMinds-Talk: What does Brexit tell us about Britain?
Miscellaneous

OpenMinds-Talk: What does Brexit tell us about Britain?

...Open University, in the Berrill Theatre and online as we host an enlightening talk exploring the question: What does Brexit tell us about Britain?...Join us at the Open University, in the Berrill Theatre and online as we host an enlightening Talk exploring the question: What does Brexit tell us about Britain? Transcript Date: Tuesday 28 March Time: 6:30-7:30pm Venue:...
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Meet the OU experts behind 'Hospital'
Health, Sports & Psychology

Meet the OU experts behind 'Hospital'

...Open University's academics Julie Messenger and Dr Rajvinder Samra advised on our co-production 'Hospital'; here's what they think of the series...[hospital staff with a machine] Julie Messenger, academic consultant on the programme and Head of Nursing at The Open University, on what makes Hospital different from other programmes: "Unlike other hospital programmes which...
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Article 10 mins
Duchess of Malfi: Deconstructing the play
History & The Arts

Duchess of Malfi: Deconstructing the play

...Open University course A230 Reading and studying literature... The Duchess of Malfi A brief introduction to the play. Understanding Webster’s text The cast discuss examine what the language means and why Webster chose to use those particular words. Interpreting Webster’s text for the stage An exploration of the different ways the text can be deciphered and translated...
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Video 27 mins
History How-to videos: Decoding medals
History & The Arts

History How-to videos: Decoding medals

...War. And the bars on the medal? Well these relate to specific battles in Laings Nek and Belfast in South Africa. So he was a rifleman in the Boer War and he served with distinction during two campaigns. It was easy to find that out once we knew the regiment, and you can get that information even from a photograph, as long as it’s got a uniform or even a cap badge. Audio...
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Video 5 mins
An Untimely Death on Passchendaele Ward
Health, Sports & Psychology

An Untimely Death on Passchendaele Ward

...the video "An Untimely Death on Passchendaele Ward", reflecting on the balance of care and control in mental health treatment. About the course Jonathan Leach of the course team outlines The Open University course and who it's aimed at. Getting involved Jonathan Leach of the course team talks about his background and how he became involved in the field of mental......
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Audio 1 hr 23 mins
Supreme streets: an adventure into employee-ownership
Money & Business

Supreme streets: an adventure into employee-ownership

...associated with The Open University's Business and Management courses and qualifications. [Supreme Streets - start] Select the image above to begin your adventure into employee-ownership or click here. Instructions For best results, use a modern web browser. Upgrade to the latest version of Internet Explorer or try a free alternative like Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari....
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Activity 15 mins