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Modelling pollution
Science, Maths & Technology

Modelling pollution

...The material forms part of course MSXR209 Mathematical Modelling... Modelling pollution A short introduction to this album. Pollution in the Great Lakes From equations to models – experts explain water quality modelling and describe types of pollution. Modelling pollution Finding solutions to subtle and complex problems. Exploring how chemicals impact the environment....
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Sound Systems: Listening to music together
History & The Arts

Sound Systems: Listening to music together

...through further study not only of music related to sound systems, but of any type of music at all, as demonstrated in all our Open University undergraduate and postgraduate music courses. Find out more about The Open University's Music courses and qualifications. Acknowledgement: With thanks to MK Arena for allowing us to use the stadium during the film production....
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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Society, Politics & Law

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

...eliminate poverty in all countries. Here on OpenLearn, we have collated a range of videos, content and free courses to help aid your understanding of poverty. Take a look at the FREE resources below. Learn more about poverty and international development Watch these videos with Hans Rosling on poverty statistics Explore the language of poverty in the UK with this podcast...
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Explore Welsh & Wales with OpenLearn
Languages

Explore Welsh & Wales with OpenLearn

...course...With its fantastic heritage and lush landscapes, Wales is one of the most culturally rich countries with an ancient language that is still important today. For example, did you know during the Balkans, the Royal Welsh Fusiliers communicated in Welsh to avoid their plans being overheard? Or perhaps you were unaware that one of the 55 languages sent out to greet...
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World Heart Day 2016
Miscellaneous

World Heart Day 2016

...courses and activities concerning the heart...Find out more about The Open University's Health and Wellbeing qualifications. World Heart Day was created in 2000 to inform people around the globe that heart disease and stroke are the world’s leading cause of death, claiming 17.3 million lives each year and the numbers are rising. By 2030, it is expected that 23 million...
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Diorite
Science, Maths & Technology

Diorite

...courses and qualifications Diorite is a coarse-grained intrusive igneous rock. It contains large interlocking, randomly oriented crystals. It is a dark coloured rock, usually medium to dark grey, containing many mafic crystals. Mostly it looks like dark coloured granite. [Diorite] How was it formed? Diorite formed deep within the Earth’s crust from cooling magma that...
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International Day of Peace
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International Day of Peace

...It is not enough to teach children how to read, write and count. Education has to cultivate mutual respect for others and the world in which we live, and help people forge more just, inclusive and peaceful societies.Learn more about the processes of peace, the aftermath of conflict and more with the articles, interactive, free courses and videos below. More about peace...
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World Religion Day
History & The Arts

World Religion Day

...third Sunday of every month (this year 15th January 2023 and as always will focus on encouraging people to understand and accept the hundreds of differing faiths across the globe. To celebrate this, here on OpenLearn we have gathered a variety of learning tools - from a new video exploring religion and violence to a free course on the spiritual revolution of the 1960s....
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