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International Adoption
Health, Sports & Psychology

International Adoption

...University Professor Monica Dowling looks at the effects of globalisation and the differences between 'qualitative' and 'quantitative' research and information in adoption... International Adoption Open University Professor Monica Dowling looks at the effects of globalisation and the differences between 'qualitative' and 'quantitative' research and information in...
Online training support for businesses
Money & Business

Online training support for businesses

...Open University has partnered with Invest Northern Ireland to offer a range of free business-focused training...[Invest Northern Ireland Logo] Recognising the impact of Covid 19 on SMEs and entrepreneurs across Northern Ireland, The Open University and Invest Northern Ireland have collaborated to develop a new social learning platform offering free flexible, distance...
Beating procrastination with the Pomodoro Technique
Education & Development

Beating procrastination with the Pomodoro Technique

Short bursts of action can help motivate you while you study. This short animation tells you more about the Pomodoro Technique...Find out more about The Open University's BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree. Transcript Watch the other animations in this series
Finding pockets of time to study
Education & Development

Finding pockets of time to study

Could you study while you wait, travel or do chores? This animation explains how to make the most of your pockets of time throughout the day...Find out more about The Open University's BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree. Transcript Watch the other animations in this series
Compassion and care: staff experiences of death, the role of bereavement policies in higher education
Health, Sports & Psychology

Compassion and care: staff experiences of death, the role of bereavement policies in higher education

...Open University's Health and Social Care courses and qualifications. Researchers have known for some time that the way employers treat their staff can have a huge impact on their mental health and wellbeing, especially around life events. Paid employment can impact health and wellbeing positively by generating a sense of self identity and purpose, the act of being in paid...
The Olympic torch: the truth
History & The Arts

The Olympic torch: the truth

...with the Olympic torch in the centre of London, just be glad it isn’t Goebbels. Visit our 2021 Olympics Hub to read more articles like this, play our Olympisize Me game, watch videos with leading athletes and much more. The Open University provides a wide range of courses and degrees through distance learning. Why not request a prospectus today and start a new journey?...
The benefits of an accountability partner for neurodivergent people
Education & Development

The benefits of an accountability partner for neurodivergent people

Staying motivated while studying can be incredibly difficult, especially if you’re neurodivergent. This animation explains how a virtual accountability partner can help with distance learning. ...Find out more about The Open University's BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree. Transcript Watch the other animations in this series
Feeling more comfortable speaking English
Education & Development

Feeling more comfortable speaking English

Overthinking pronunciation and grammar can be stressful when you speak English as a non-native language. This animation explains how making mistakes is a crucial part of language learning. ...Find out more about The Open University's BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree. Transcript Watch the other animations in this series