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Deconstructing the Moors: black presence in the United Kingdom before and during the Tudor period
History & The Arts

Deconstructing the Moors: black presence in the United Kingdom before and during the Tudor period

...open debates. In this instance, the deconstruction of historical narratives refers to the use of historical epistemology to gain access to further genuine and truthful accounts of history. Examples of the uncovering of history is evident in the accounts of the Moors among other important historical figures, whose historical stories are limited or unknown. The Moors were...
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Space for reflection
Education & Development

Space for reflection

...course teachers have to be ready with a mop to clear up the mess. I mean that learning from mistakes cannot be a neat and tidy process. The oriental mind believes in one more chance to get it right. This has something to do with a deeply held belief in reincarnation. Nothing is over here and now. We will be here again to correct our karma. Many schools in India do allow...
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Revisiting Red Clydeside: 'Bloody Friday': The Battle of George Square, Glasgow, 1919
Society, Politics & Law

Revisiting Red Clydeside: 'Bloody Friday': The Battle of George Square, Glasgow, 1919

...course of the twentieth century. Taking place in the heart of Glasgow, the ‘battle of George Square’, otherwise referred to as ‘Bloody Friday’, is widely remembered as one of the most vivid and important events of the period referred to as ‘Red Clydeside’. The Red Clydeside era (1914-1920s), and the events of 1919 in particular, have been the focus of...
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The homeless problem
Society, Politics & Law

The homeless problem

...course An introduction to social work. The homeless problem Transcript Being homeless Transcript Impact of legislation Transcript Lack of coordinated support Transcript Criminalisation of homelessness Transcript Homelessness and incarceration Transcript Slipping through the net Transcript Getting off the streets Transcript View our dedicated hub on homelessness Read more...
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Answering questions in Science
Science, Maths & Technology

Answering questions in Science

...course of these videos, we will explore the diversity of the natural sciences, including why it snows, why metals corrode, the possibility of life on Mars, and the scientific method itself. Whether you’re wondering about the chemistry of everyday substances, the mechanics of plate tectonics, or the physics behind the Sun’s enduring shine, these videos will provide you...
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Biology Week
Miscellaneous

Biology Week

...that graduates have met defined learning outcomes, including gaining substantial research experience. From the very big to the very small Biologists study everything from the behavior of elephants; some of the planet's largest creatures, to the smallest organisms and tiniest cells in our bodies. Find out more with these articles, interactives, videos and free courses....
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The physical world: helicopters
Science, Maths & Technology

The physical world: helicopters

...course S207 The physical world... The physical world: helicopters An introduction to this album How helicopters fly Marie and Tracey from the Royal Berkshire Ambulance Unit find out how helicopter rotors work. Traditional rotor blades How rotor blades are constructed to cut through the air and keep the helicopter off the ground. Modern rotor blades Large, high speed...
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Keeping Ahead in ICT
Science, Maths & Technology

Keeping Ahead in ICT

...course T324, Keeping Ahead in ICT... Keeping ahead in ICT A short introduction to this album. Breaking down Barriers A technological revolution inside every home - the dream of a communications literate population is becoming a reality. Affordable technology Privatising the National Telephone Company leads to commercial partnerships and huge growth in access for townships...
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