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Nuclear power: friend or foe?
Society, Politics & Law

Nuclear power: friend or foe?

...free course, Nuclear power: friend or foe?, challenges you to do so...Are you for or against nuclear energy? The necessity to respond to climate change has put nuclear energy back on the political agenda as an alternative energy source. This is part of approaches to 'decarbonise' energy through a shift from coal to natural gas, nuclear energy and renewables. Yet, the...
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Level 2: Intermediate 2 hrs
FREE Mental Health Tips and Resources
Health, Sports & Psychology

FREE Mental Health Tips and Resources

...our own mental health and wellbeing, as well as those around us. Here are some FREE resources to do just that...Find out about The Open University's Psychology courses and qualifications Discover ways to alleviate stress and some of the symptoms of ill mental health with our interactives and articles written by our academic experts and have a look at our free courses....
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Article 15 mins
World Book Day
OpenLearn Ireland

World Book Day

...free courses, articles and quizzes on OpenLearn...Celebrate the stories that shape us this World Book Day – from unforgettable characters and iconic novels to the brilliant authors and illustrators who bring them to life. Most of all, it’s a day to celebrate the joy of reading in all its forms. To help you join the festivities, we’ve curated a collection of free...
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Article 5 mins
An introduction to computers and computer systems
Digital & Computing

An introduction to computers and computer systems

...free course, An introduction to computers and computer systems, challenges how we view computers through the examples of processors in kitchen scales and digital cameras, as well as examining the work of art that, at heart, is a computer. You will also explore how computers are connected together to achieve even more than when working alone...This free course, An...
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Level 1: Introductory 16 hrs
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
Getting started with Chinese 2
Languages

Getting started with Chinese 2

...course, LGXC002 Beginners Chinese 2: 开始吧 kāishĭ ba! After completing this free course, you may wish to register for the full course to continue your learning!...Have you always wanted to speak Mandarin Chinese? Have you even started learning a few basic words and expressions? If so, this follow-up to Getting started with Chinese 1, or your own equivalent knowledge...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Employee engagement
Money & Business

Employee engagement

...free course explores three key themes: employee engagement, employee involvement and collective aspects of employee relations...Engagement is a key buzzword in 21st century management. Strategic human resource management rests on the belief that people are the key to achieving competitive advantage. Employees need to be seen as assets to be developed, not costs to be...
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Level 3: Advanced 10 hrs