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Mass surveillance will never be able to stop all known terrorists
Society, Politics & Law

Mass surveillance will never be able to stop all known terrorists

...Social media was alive with defences of freedom of speech and freedom from tyranny. And in a striking show of solidarity, the world’s political leaders were out in force too, uncomfortably linking arms. A shame that this display of support for the notion that we will not walk in fear was marred by such dreadful hypocrisy. My own response to the wind-bagging on the...
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The biology of loving our pets
Science, Maths & Technology

The biology of loving our pets

...social factors, influence our love for animals and our pets. What is clear though is that both humans and our mammalian pets release the love hormone, oxytocin, which helps us to feel happiness and trust, and be more relaxed in each other’s presence! See more of our Valentine's content in our OpenLearn Valentine's collection. References Brooks, H.L., Rushton, K.,...
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Studying mammals: Plant predators
Nature & Environment

Studying mammals: Plant predators

...work and the ways in which herbivores are adapted to survive on their plant-based diets. To get the most out of this course you will need access to a copy of The Life of Mammals (2002) by David Attenborough, BBC Books (ISBN 0563534230), and The Life of Mammals (2002) on DVD, which contains the associated series of ten BBC TV programmes. You should begin each course by...
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Level 1: Introductory 10 hrs
Children and young people’s participation
Education & Development

Children and young people’s participation

...Social Development, the Uganda Rights NGO Network, and UNICEF (Uganda Office). When reading this document, consider the following areas: How does this approach compare with current UK policy and practice? What points of similarity and difference can you identify in relation to diverse cultural environments? Is gender an issue? Is girls’ education singled out for special...
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Level 3: Advanced 12 hrs
Can you train for penalty shoot-outs?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Can you train for penalty shoot-outs?

...are known success factors that the players could hold onto. But none will work if the players do not practise with purpose in training. There’s a difference between preparing for penalties and practising penalties. England fans will hope their team's managers have worked that out. The updated version of Twelve Yards is out now in paperback. Explore our Euro 2016 hub...
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Why you shouldn't sniff at Winnie The Pooh
History & The Arts

Why you shouldn't sniff at Winnie The Pooh

...worked as a playwright and as a satirist at Punch magazine. We can detect the specific pleasures of introducing the craft of storytelling to his son from a man who made a living from writing. Milne’s stories gently teach the young credulous reader, who reads literally, that they may be other more rewarding ways of interpreting the world, and what the difference is...
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Will Brexit reduce the UK's soft power in Europe?
Languages

Will Brexit reduce the UK's soft power in Europe?

...worked as a London correspondent first and for The Economist afterwards), “the English language doesn’t solely belong to the British, it belongs to us all.” Naturally, many young and not-so-young people – economically struggling, sure, but often not and simply looking to expand their horizons – choose to expatriate and move to the UK. You’re seeing a lot of EU...
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How Team GB cyclists peaked at the Olympics and owned the velodrome
Health, Sports & Psychology

How Team GB cyclists peaked at the Olympics and owned the velodrome

...work and recovery, which must be tailored to each rider’s individual capabilities. The British Cycling team has clearly mastered this approach, having set the Olympic Games as their number one priority. This may also explain why the team are less visible on the podium at world championship events in the lead up to the games. That said, while timing athletes' training...
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