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World Religion Day
History & The Arts

World Religion Day

...third Sunday of every month (this year 15th January 2023 and as always will focus on encouraging people to understand and accept the hundreds of differing faiths across the globe. To celebrate this, here on OpenLearn we have gathered a variety of learning tools - from a new video exploring religion and violence to a free course on the spiritual revolution of the 1960s....
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Article 5 mins
Now live: Could we control our climate?
Science, Maths & Technology

Now live: Could we control our climate?

...free course tells the story of climate science in a new way, aiming to find a fresh perspective for thinking about the future...[Photograph of Moraine lake, Alberta. The photo shows a blue-green expanse of lake water, with dense forest on the left, and rocky mountainous terrain to the right of the lake.] Climate change is one of the greatest challenges we face as a...
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Article 5 mins
Skills for study
Education & Development

Skills for study

...free courses...[A notebook, laptop, pen and post its] Whether you're new to studying or returning to study, brushing up on your study skills is a great way to prepare before starting a new course, module or qualification. A free OpenLearn course can help you get an idea of what it's like to study with The Open University, or can help you improve your literacy, ......
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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
Getting started with French 2
Languages

Getting started with French 2

...free course, you may wish to register for the full course to continue your learning!...This two-week course offers you the opportunity to discuss food, your likes and dislikes as well as to shop or order food. Little by little, you will improve your ability to make more sophisticated conversations and to understand more complex language in a variety of different...
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Level 1: Introductory 6 hrs
Britain's Fat Fight
Health, Sports & Psychology

Britain's Fat Fight

...killing us, as well as crippling the NHS. After smoking, obesity is the next biggest cause of premature death in the UK. The series has been produced in partnership with The Open University and here on OpenLearn we have got lots of articles and free courses so you can learn more about obesity, diet and exercise and how you can improve your health and that of your family:...
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Article 10 mins
What is the difference between distributive and commutative justice: A one minute guide
History & The Arts

What is the difference between distributive and commutative justice: A one minute guide

...what is just or a right, and these ideas will be a source of debate and conflict between and within different groups in society] This basic explanation of how Aritsototle's concepts of distributive justice and commutative justice are different is based on part of the free course Rights & Justice in International Relations, where the ideas are discussed in greater depth....
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Article 1 min
The Women’s World Cup 2023
Health, Sports & Psychology

The Women’s World Cup 2023

...courses and qualifications. World Cup 2023 Read our football content offering an insight into the challenges faced by females playing the beautiful game. Women in sport Discover a series of articles on women in sport, such as the challenges faced when returning to compete after becoming a mother, issues facing grassroots cricket, and the importance of female leadership in...
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Article 10 mins