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British public open to compromise on Brexit deal, new research finds
Society, Politics & Law

British public open to compromise on Brexit deal, new research finds

...study. Little appetite for ‘no deal’ Brexit The research also raised questions about another of the prime minister’s memorable declarations on Brexit – that “no deal is better than a bad deal”. This frequently heard mantra has come under increased scrutiny in recent days. In early July, a survey of British businesses found that 98% of those polled think “no...
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Butterflies tell us more than you might think about our natural world
Nature & Environment

Butterflies tell us more than you might think about our natural world

...study how insects respond to changing environments, and as a group sensitive to changes with short lifecycles and a particular requirement for types of plants and stable conditions, they are perfect for this. [Howe Park Wood in Milton Keynes,it's ancient woodland, thought to be almost 1,000 years old] Howe Park Wood in Milton Keynes is an example of an ancient woodland,...
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Asa Briggs and new maps of learning
History & The Arts

Asa Briggs and new maps of learning

...study ‘A’ Levels. Briggs brought fresh ideas about the curriculum and teaching, building on his experiences of holding senior posts at other universities and on his membership of the overarching funding body, the University Grants Committee. He developed a ‘map of learning’ in which a variety of strands of knowledge were connected through multidisciplinary...
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The birth of (synthetic) dyeing
History & The Arts

The birth of (synthetic) dyeing

...Studies (science) for S1 and S2. Northedge A. et al., The Sciences Good Study Guide, The Open University, 1997 ISBN 0 7492 3411 3. Indispensable for students of science, technology, mathematics and engineering. Packed with practical exercises and activities, all aimed at making studying more enjoyable and rewarding. Lots of hints and tips for those returning to study....
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What do genes do?
Science, Maths & Technology

What do genes do?

...study in Science...What do genes do?: Learning outcomes - After studying this course, you should be able to: understand how the linear sequence of DNA within a gene is related to the linear sequence of amino acids of a protein understand how the information in DNA is carried via RNA to make a protein understand how RNA is synthesised from DNA by the process of...
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Level 1: Introductory 2 hrs
Contemporary issues in managing
Money & Business

Contemporary issues in managing

...skills to contribute to this objective. One place to study the realities and generic features of collective leadership is through the study of musical improvisation. Activity 9 Collective leadership through improvisation Timing: Allow around 30 minutes for this activity In this activity, you are going to watch an illustration of collective leadership through an example of...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Obesity: balanced diets and treatment
Science, Maths & Technology

Obesity: balanced diets and treatment

...study in Biology...Obesity: balanced diets and treatment: Learning outcomes - After studying this course, you should be able to: list the six key nutrient groups and explain their role in a healthy diet understand and calculate body mass index (BMI), and use such calculations to predict desirable weight ranges for individuals explain the importance of a balanced diet in...
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Level 2: Intermediate 15 hrs
Exploring family health
Health, Sports & Psychology

Exploring family health

...studying issues of family health, this course will introduce you to interpreting information given in graphs or charts. Working with statistical information is a key skill and the course will guide you in this through two structured activities. Activity 3 asks you to explore a website for information about family health. Again, a step by step approach is taken to guide...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs