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The impact of walking and socialising through 5 Ways Café on people living with dementia and their carers: A volunteer’s perspective
Health, Sports & Psychology

The impact of walking and socialising through 5 Ways Café on people living with dementia and their carers: A volunteer’s perspective

...Open University and Park's Trust...The Open University and The Parks Trust have been working together on a joint project ‘The Keepmewalking Programme’ to investigate the barriers and facilitators to walking for people living with dementia and their carers. We were trying to understand what works to keep people with dementia and their carers engaging with the walks and...
‘A little bit of kindness’: migrant nurses in the Scottish NHS
Society, Politics & Law

‘A little bit of kindness’: migrant nurses in the Scottish NHS

...Open University's History and Social Sciences qualifications. Background From its inception in 1948 the National Health Service (NHS) has been dependent on migrant labour. Following an NHS recruitment drive in Malaysian secondary schools, Sofi Taylor left Malaysia for Scotland in 1973 to train as a nurse. In Malaysia Sofi came from a wealthy family. Her only sister was...
What is The Bottom Line?
Money & Business

What is The Bottom Line?

The Bottom Line is the business conversation programme where the people at the top share their insight into what really matters. Presenter, Evan Davies, explains the format of the popular BBC Radio 4/Open University co-produced programme...Transcript More about The Bottom Line Listen via the BBC iPlayer Radio app or subscribe to the podcast via your chosen podcast provider
Advice on studying with a mental health condition
Health, Sports & Psychology

Advice on studying with a mental health condition

...declare a mental health condition at university? Are there any concerns when it comes to studying with a mental health problem? Open University student, Patrice Belton, sheds some light in these videos...What happens when you declare a mental health condition at university? Transcript What are some of the concerns around studying with a mental health condition? Transcript...
Graduates share their OpenLearn stories
Education & Development

Graduates share their OpenLearn stories

...has OpenLearn supported learners on their educational journeys? We caught up with Open University graduates to hear how they've used our free learning resources to explore new subjects, support their studies and discover a love of lifelong learning...Freya's story Transcript Salome's story Transcript Cat's story Transcript Megan's story Transcript Katy's story Transcript...
Ian Kershaw on Hitler's Place In History: The Lecture Podcast
History & The Arts

Ian Kershaw on Hitler's Place In History: The Lecture Podcast

...Open University's History courses and qualifications The lecture is split into three parts: A brief introduction to the lecturer The full lecture A question-and-answer session with Professor Kershaw Introducing Ian Kershaw [Ian Kershaw] Presenter: Good evening and welcome to the first annual Open University BBC Four History Lecture. Our lecturer tonight is one of the most...
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...
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...