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Approaches to software development
Science, Maths & Technology

Approaches to software development

...social-security system, the telephone system, computing systems and even ‘The System’. The trouble is that our everyday language is often imprecise, and people use the same word to mean different things (that is one reason why software development can be an arduous process). The word system is derived from the Greek word meaning ‘to set up’...Approaches to...
Nationalism, self-determination and secession
Society, Politics & Law

Nationalism, self-determination and secession

...works range from the bitter dispute between Palestine and Israel, to the ongoing debates about secession which threaten to break up old multinational states like the UK and Canada. If you have any apprehensions about ‘doing political theory’, I would simply say: there’s no need! Just work through the text, and by the end you will find yourself in possession of some...
Understanding PCSO powers
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding PCSO powers

...work-based learning), part of the PCSO apprenticeship programme offered jointly by The Open University and North Yorkshire Police. Upon completion, you’ll be able to identify relevant legislation, understand power assignment, and recognise situations where PCSOs can exercise their authority, enhancing your understanding of this vital role in community safety...Police...
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What do tests tell us?
Education & Development

What do tests tell us?

...work as qualifications there needs to be confidence that they are fair tests of the whole group taking them, and that they are appropriate to the subject being tested. That’s not always the case. In 2008, Key Stage 3 SATS for Year 9 were abolished, among other reasons, because of concerns over the marking system. In 2015 the Scottish Qualificiations Authority has...
What is aquaponics - and how can fish poo help feed the world?
Nature & Environment

What is aquaponics - and how can fish poo help feed the world?

...works equally well at home or in large industrial warehouses. It’s suitable in urban spaces or on land suffering from drought, pollution or soil depletion that is otherwise difficult to farm. It produces both fish and vegetables, reducing the load on our over-exploited and polluted oceans. Year-round growing is possible (for indoor systems), and the system is even more...
Intergenerational perceptions: Busting age-related stereotypes
Education & Development

Intergenerational perceptions: Busting age-related stereotypes

...Working across generations can address the negativity felt by adults towards younger generations, and combat some of the negative perceptions that younger people have of those they see as old. A long-term intergenerational relationship can provide young people with role models who can motivate and encourage young people to fulfil their potential. There are benefits for...
Offshore wind powers ahead in Europe
Nature & Environment

Offshore wind powers ahead in Europe

...works. Denmark, Sweden and Portugal are major investors in offshore wind, and China has ambitious plans for the sector. Wind farms – both onshore and offshore – are seen as a key ingredient in renewable energy policy, and an important element in the battle against climate change. Fossil fuel prices WindEurope, an offshore wind industry group, says that at the present...
Le Corbusier
History & The Arts

Le Corbusier

...work...Find out about The Open University's Arts and Humanities courses [Le Corbusier] Date: (1887 - 1965) Nationality: Swiss Famous Buildings: L'Esprit Nouveau Pavilion (Paris) Villa Savoye (Poissy) Unité d'Habitation (Marseilles) L'Esprit Nouveau Le Corbusier is without doubt the most influential, most admired, and most maligned architect of the twentieth century....
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