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Free online courses for refugees
Society, Politics & Law

Free online courses for refugees

...Free mathematics and numeracy courses See more Free resources for life and work skills Free mental health and wellbeing resources Support and resources from other organisations Statutory agency UK Visas and Immigration (GOV.UK) – Seek protection or asylum General resources for educational support and finance Cara (the Council for At-Risk Academics) provides...
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Your journey of learning and discovery with us
Education & Development

Your journey of learning and discovery with us

...on Scottish history, language and culture. Links to key OpenLearn Hubs – such as our Mental health and wellbeing hub. OpenLearn Create There are some extremely useful resources on OpenLearn Create which may support learners who need a gentler introduction to online learning, including the following: Everyday computer skills: developed in partnership with LEAD to equip...
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Addressing health inequalities in greenspaces to age well: Part I socio-economic and transport access inequalities
Health, Sports & Psychology

Addressing health inequalities in greenspaces to age well: Part I socio-economic and transport access inequalities

...too aware of this. Many people now recognise the importance of caring for our physical and mental health and wellbeing, which is an important consideration throughout our lifespans and not just when we reach retirement. Research suggests that the sooner we start caring for our physical and mental health and wellbeing, the more likely is it for us ......
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Why friendships are vital to your wellbeing
Health, Sports & Psychology

Why friendships are vital to your wellbeing

...Psychology Compass 8, 2, 58-72. Clift, S., and Morrison, I. (2011) ‘ Group singing fosters mental health and wellbeing: findings from the East Kent “singing for health” network project.’ Mental Health and Social Inclusion 15, 2, 88-97. De Silva, M., McKenzie, K., Harpham, T., and Huttly, S. (2005) ‘Social capital and mental illness:......
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Supporting university students with a mental health condition
Health, Sports & Psychology

Supporting university students with a mental health condition

...health condition, and considers both what staff and institutions can do to improve student mental health and wellbeing. The course is divided into the following four sections: Introduction and background Insights from tutors Insights from students on what they need A whole institution approach to supporting students with a mental health condition ......
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Understanding Female Genital Mutilation and its impact across the lifespan podcast
Health, Sports & Psychology

Understanding Female Genital Mutilation and its impact across the lifespan podcast

...MIND www.mind.org.uk Minding Your Head www.mindingyourhead.info myf.cymru myf.cymru provides mental health and wellbeing resources aimed at Welsh-speaking higher education students studying in Wales and beyond. NHS Choices www.NHS.uk NHS Mental Health Support https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/ nidirect ......
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Evolutions in Education: The OU Education Conference
Education & Development

Evolutions in Education: The OU Education Conference

...covered topics such as: Creative pedagogies and interdisciplinarity Approaches to assessment Mental health and wellbeing Research in practice Finding and filling the gaps Sustainability and citizenship Equity, diversity and inclusion Practitioner development Mentoring and approaches to professional learning Learning as a journey The sessions were led by Open University...
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The benefits of outdoor green and blue spaces
Health, Sports & Psychology

The benefits of outdoor green and blue spaces

...for more than 120 - 150 minutes a week is related to the best possible physical as well as mental health and wellbeing.For many people caregiving can be a beneficial and rewarding role. However, there are many aspects of caring for someone with additional physical or psychological needs that can be stressful, and it is well established that carers sometimes do not...
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