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The relativistic Universe
Science, Maths & Technology

The relativistic Universe

...Open University's Department of Physics and Astronomy. They introduce the origin of relativistic cosmology and share the latest ideas about the structure and evolution of the universe. Einstein’s general theory of relativity predicts the existence of black holes and gravitational waves, and the Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation allows cosmologists to picture the...
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Audio 32 mins
Why were David Bowie's eyes two different colours?
Science, Maths & Technology

Why were David Bowie's eyes two different colours?

...open pupil, and captures a red coloration by picking up tonality from the blood in the choroid lining of the eyeball. This can clearly be seen in the Aladdin Sane – Eyes Open photograph by Brian Duffy (shot in 1973 but unpublished until 2011) that was used as the lead image on the posters for the V&A David Bowie is (2013) exhibition. So what happened? Anecdotally, the...
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Article 5 mins
Why we allow comments - and what we expect from you if you share your views
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Why we allow comments - and what we expect from you if you share your views

...is committed to being a space where everyone can share and learn. Here's why, and what that means...At OpenLearn, we are keen to hear from you, the people who use our material. To us, this is part of what being an Open platform means. You are encouraged to contribute via comments, user-generated content and various polls and surveys. Comments policy All content* on...
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Article 5 mins
The how and why of podcasting: connection, creation and conversation!
Education & Development

The how and why of podcasting: connection, creation and conversation!

...Open University's Open Degree. Transcript Podcasting is an effective way of building trust and sharing insights between people with different backgrounds and experiences. They can introduce audiences to topics and debates that share new perspectives. Take a look at the array of podcasts in The Conversation for research backed examples, with audience reach, that relate to...
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Video 10 mins
Embarking on a career in cyber security
Digital & Computing

Embarking on a career in cyber security

...Open University’s BSc in Computing and IT and Network Security is a key module in the MSc in Advanced Networking. Information Risk Manager In order to protect computer systems, it is critical to understand the potential cyber security attacks that might be applicable to a particular system and the likelihood that these attacks will be successful. This is the...
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Article 5 mins
Mental Health: Lennox Castle
Health, Sports & Psychology

Mental Health: Lennox Castle

...Open University's Faculty of Health and Social Care explains why the case study was selected for study and unpicks some of the issues that emerge. The material forms part of The Open University course K101 An introduction to health and social care... Mental Health: Lennox Castle A short introduction to this album. An introduction to health and social care Professor Joanna...
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Audio 2 hrs 7 mins
Hope in a changing climate
Nature & Environment

Hope in a changing climate

...Open University academics Joe Smith and Vince Gauci introduce this three part film ‘Hope in a Changing Climate’ which focuses on restoration projects in China, Ethiopia and Rwanda. Local villagers work together to rebuild the ecosystem which in turn has restored their environment. By changing their farming practices and re-vegetating these barren lands farmers are...
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Audio 56 mins
Earth in crisis: environmental policy in an international context
Nature & Environment

Earth in crisis: environmental policy in an international context

...Open University course team explore the main issues raised in the videos. The final three audio tracks explore some of the wider political and scientific dimensions of climate change. This material forms part of The Open University course DU311, Earth in crisis: environmental policy in an international context... Earth in crisis: environmental policy in an international...
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Audio 2 hrs 1 min