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Language, notation and formulas
Science, Maths & Technology

Language, notation and formulas

...is as vital in mathematics as in any language. This free course, Language, notation and formulas, will help you to express yourself clearly when writing and speaking about mathematics. You will also learn how to answer questions in the manner that is expected by the examiner...Communication is as vital in mathematics as in any language. This free course, Language,...
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Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs
Telegram brief history. Stop
Digital & Computing

Telegram brief history. Stop

...communicate can be seen as the telegram's direct descendants. In order to trace this lineage and see where the telegram sits in the evolution of human communications, it is useful to start with the apparatus by which telegrams are sent - the telegraph. Its name comes from the Greek and can be broken down into 'tele', meaning 'at a distance' and 'graphein' - 'to write'....
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Article 5 mins
Water: Managing the 1% in a climate changing world
Nature & Environment

Water: Managing the 1% in a climate changing world

...Las Vegas, and the Hoover Dam supplying 120 million people. The Oroville dam also reached dangerous highs during extreme rainfall in 2017, forcing evacuation of 180,000 people downstream. But change in understanding and managing the 1% is happening. One of the most innovative ways has been to give rivers legal status. In 2017, New Zealand recognised the Whanganui River as...
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Article 10 mins
Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job market
Money & Business

Using voluntary work to get ahead in the job market

...Communication: The ability to communicate orally, in writing or via electronic means in a manner appropriate to the audience. Teamwork: Being a constructive team member, contributing practically to the success of the team. Leadership: Being able to motivate and encourage others while taking the lead. Initiative: The ability to see opportunities and to set and achieve...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs
Culture, identity and power in the Roman empire
History & The Arts

Culture, identity and power in the Roman empire

...and Empire 3 The image of the Emperor was carefully regulated to remind the provinces of his power Introducing the Roman World An overview of the origins and influence of the Roman Empire and the people who lived in its influence and under its power Mosaic from La Chebba Another mosaic from Tunisia which shows the integration of local cultural references into the pattern...
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Video 33 mins
Skills to succeed in the workplace
Education & Development

Skills to succeed in the workplace

...communities. The Open University in Scotland is working in partnership with the following organisations to support the work they're doing to improve employment outcomes for young people in their local communities: Rangers Charity Foundation Celtic FC Foundation Dundee FC Community Trust Free courses for young people We're providing a selection of free training courses to...
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Article 10 mins
Parent and guardians: Your questions answered
Education & Development

Parent and guardians: Your questions answered

...community, from joining social media support groups, accessing additional support and selecting the right student halls. Tips for belonging and community One of the biggest concerns for parents and guardians is whether their young person will feel a sense of belonging when they move away to university. In this video Alexandra offers practical ways to get involved so they...
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Video 5 mins
EPQs: why give a presentation?
Education & Development

EPQs: why give a presentation?

...Communication]Figure 1 The research cycle: communicationShow descriptionFigure 1 illustrates the research cycle represented by a circle divided into four segments. Around the circumference of the circle are arrows indicating this is an ongoing process. The four segments are (clockwise) design, data collection, data analysis and communication. The communication segment is...
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Article 5 mins