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Surrogacy around the world
Health, Sports & Psychology

Surrogacy around the world

...the world..._Find out more about The Open University's Health and social care courses and qualifications. _ Select the icons on the interactive map below, to discover how surrogacy differs from country to country. @@PLUGINFILE@@/Surrogacy%20around%20the%20world.h5p Key for the map Altruistic: Surrogate is unpaid, though any expenses incurred may be reimbursed. Commercial: Surrogate is paid – can be organised via agency ......
What are the three types of Bill?
Society, Politics & Law

What are the three types of Bill?

...courses and qualifications [Cromwell Statue at the Houses Of Paliament] What is a Bill? An Act of Parliament starts off as a Bill. A Bill is a proposal for a new piece of legislation that – if approved by a majority in the House of Commons and the House of Lords – will become an Act of Parliament and law of the land. There three kinds of Bill. What is a Public Bill?...
60 second adventures in economics: Rational Choice Theory
Society, Politics & Law

60 second adventures in economics: Rational Choice Theory

...courses. Transcript: Of all the things to factor in when running an economy, the most troublesome is people. Now by and large – humans are a rational lot. When the price of something rises people will supply more of it – and buy less of it. If they expect inflation to go up – people will usually ask for higher wages – (though they might not get them) And if they...
60 second adventures in economics: The Paradox Of Thrift
Society, Politics & Law

60 second adventures in economics: The Paradox Of Thrift

...courses. Transcript: Much like a child getting his pocket money, one of the biggest economic questions is still whether it’s better to save or spend. Free-marketeers like Hayek and Milton Friedman say that, even in difficult times, it's best to be thrifty and save. Banks then channel the savings into investment, in new plants, skills and techniques that let us produce...
Space for reflection
Education & Development

Space for reflection

...course teachers have to be ready with a mop to clear up the mess. I mean that learning from mistakes cannot be a neat and tidy process. The oriental mind believes in one more chance to get it right. This has something to do with a deeply held belief in reincarnation. Nothing is over here and now. We will be here again to correct our karma. Many schools in India do allow...
Understanding refugee experiences: Refugee Week
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding refugee experiences: Refugee Week

...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. Understanding...
Business matters in voluntary organisations
Education & Development

Business matters in voluntary organisations

...courses to help me discover and understand more about the following and how it applies within the voluntary sector in Scotland: Leadership & Management – how to understand what is required to lead, engage and support communities and groups of volunteers People & Organisation matters – how to effectively communicate and coach/mentor those volunteering alongside me...
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...