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Is your next career move in cyber security?
Education & Development

Is your next career move in cyber security?

...course has been designed specifically for those looking to explore a career in an exciting sector. Who is this course for? This informal introductory course is for you, if: You want to understand cyber security concepts. You’re keen to explore a career in the cyber security sector. You want to feel more confident about your online safety. Check your eligibility? If you...
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Making a difference: Janet Cassidy's life as a union representative
Society, Politics & Law

Making a difference: Janet Cassidy's life as a union representative

...Open University's History and Social Sciences courses Janet started working in the railway in 1986 as a Ticket Examiner on board train, starting on a six-month temporary contract which lasted almost 29 years. Based at Dalmuir, her role as a Ticket Examiner lasted for four years, before she moved on to working as a Guard. This was a role which carried more responsibility,...
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Struggling to be heard: One woman’s video story
Society, Politics & Law

Struggling to be heard: One woman’s video story

...Open University's Social Sciences courses. Background In 2021 Gwen McNeil, an RMT rep based at Scotrail’s Perth depot, produced a short video story of her time as a trade union rep on the railway in Scotland. The video story comprises a selection of images captured by Gwen during her travels across the Scotrail network (and a few from beyond the Scotrail network!)....
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Cloning
Nature & Environment

Cloning

...Badge [Robin Lovell-Badge] Dr Robin Lovell-Badge is head of research into developmental genetics at the National Institute of Medical Research. He is interested in how cells choose their fate and is familiar with the techniques used in cloning, having worked with embryonic stem cells from the mouse for about 25 years. He feels that research into cloning technology and...
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Professional Doctorate Hub
Education & Development

Professional Doctorate Hub

...Open University that promotes the creation and interpretation of new professional knowledge and practice? Discover what a Professional Doctorate offers and whether you are ready to register for this type of degree by exploring this collection of FREE resources...EXPLORE MORE: To discover the locations of EdD programmes in the United Kingdom, click on this interactive map...
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Studying Mammals
Nature & Environment

Studying Mammals

...courses covers everything from the largest to the smallest of mammals, their eating habits and social interactions...Each course consists of around 10 hours of learning, and together they make the perfect introduction to developing your knowledge on this fascinating section of the animal kingdom. There are even more courses on OpenLearn concerning mammals, so if the...
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‘Citizen sensing’ and new forms of environmental monitoring
Society, Politics & Law

‘Citizen sensing’ and new forms of environmental monitoring

...open-access philosophy, meaning that the hardware and software that makes up the sensors can be freely modified and developed by any user. The same applies to the data generated by sensors, which is uploaded to online platforms, where it is available for further dissemination and discussion. Some sensors are offered as ‘ready-mades’, such as free mobile phone...
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My experience of being a South Asian LGBTQI+ ally
Education & Development

My experience of being a South Asian LGBTQI+ ally

...Open University’s BME network steering group and dedicated LGBTQI+ ally to the OU’s Proud Network, I believe that everybody should have access to a safe space to speak up and be their authentic selves. I had the pleasure of engaging with individuals from the Black and Minority Ethnic LGBTQI+ community during Pride month. Having a safe space to discuss sensitive topics...
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