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Exercise and mental health
Health, Sports & Psychology

Exercise and mental health

...free course, Exercise and mental health, we will look at the links between exercise and improved mental health and psychological well-being. This will include consideration of the role of exercise in combating stress, anxiety and depression, and in enhancing mood...Each year thousands of pounds are spent on medications to treat conditions such as anxiety and depression....
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Level 2: Intermediate 2 hrs
Play, learning and the brain
Education & Development

Play, learning and the brain

...free course, Play, learning and the brain, examines the area of brain-based learning, with a particular focus on the development of the young child's brain, and is of particular relevance to those who work with young children. We begin by looking at the structure and functions of the brain, and the impact that sensory deprivation can have on these. We consider the...
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Level 2: Intermediate 15 hrs
10 things that ended in 2006 (when OpenLearn was born)
History & The Arts

10 things that ended in 2006 (when OpenLearn was born)

...free course: The Business of Football 2: The Western black rhino species [Black rhinos in crater] The western black rhino (a sub-species of the black rhino) emerged about 8 million years ago. While its population was once the highest out of all the rhino species, there was a 96% population decline between 1970 and 1992 because of widespread poaching. While the western...
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Article 10 mins
Rugby World Cup 2015
Health, Sports & Psychology

Rugby World Cup 2015

Learn more as you enjoy the 2015 Rugby World Cup...[rugby world cup, Thames, Tower bridge] As the UK hosts the 2015 Rugby World Cup, discover all the different ways in which sport impacts our lives and explore the Open University's sports and fitness modules and qualifications by trying a free course.
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Article 5 mins
Banning the bomb: a global history of activism against nuclear weapons
History & The Arts

Banning the bomb: a global history of activism against nuclear weapons

...free course you will learn about the global anti-nuclear movement that has worked for decades to prevent the use of nuclear weapons, with the ultimate aim of abolishing them altogether. You will see how opposition to nuclear weapons has been an important cause on every continent. Beginning in 1945, this course will equip you with knowledge of the nature of anti-nuclear...
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Level 1: Introductory 6 hrs
Coming Soon: Dog Grooming for Beginners
Education & Development

Coming Soon: Dog Grooming for Beginners

...FREE course is perfect for aspiring dog-stylists or those of you who simply want your pooch looking less scRUFFy...APRIL FOOL! Please note that this page was published on April 1st 2020 and we are not offering dog grooming courses at this time (unfortunately!) [dog - blonde cockapoo] Does your dog's fringe need a trim? Have you always wanted to know the correct way to...
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Article 5 mins
What is the national learning hub for volunteers?
Education & Development

What is the national learning hub for volunteers?

...FREE courses across a variety of subjects to help you as a volunteer or someone who works with volunteers. Find out how to get started below... [Helpforce I am a volunteer] I am a volunteer Do you want to expand your skills and knowledge on volunteering and open the door to new opportunities? Check out a number of free courses from OpenLearn, on subjects such as: roles...
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Article 5 mins
Global Handwashing Day
Science, Maths & Technology

Global Handwashing Day

...currently facing those who promote handwashing. Read more about how The Open University has worked in partnership with World Vision Ethiopia and UNICEF to develop learning resources that help WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene) practitioners influence behaviors like handwashing and improve hygiene and sanitation. OpenWASH OpenWash free course on OpenLearn Works...
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Article 10 mins