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Reduce e-waste through donating old computer devices
Nature & Environment

Reduce e-waste through donating old computer devices

...course, if the computer has been kept unused in storage for some time, this can be longer. Extending an old computer's lifespan through reuse is the best of all the different disposal alternatives for the environment. Consider donating newer equipment to a refurbisher. You may be able to donate equipment directly to a favourite local school or charity. Keep in mind that...
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Voices from the Global South: confronting climate coloniality
Society, Politics & Law

Voices from the Global South: confronting climate coloniality

...the series of seven videos below..._Find out more about The Open University's Geography courses and qualifications. _ Listening without meddling, challenging collectivelyIn my mind, an important contribution of these films, taken together, is how powerful they are in the messaging of how to challenge and confront climate coloniality. Transcript. Good COP, bad COP Global South countries without power and influence over ......
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Measure the speed of light with your microwave
Science, Maths & Technology

Measure the speed of light with your microwave

...courses and qualifications The microwave cooker. Handy for all manner of food-related tasks. It's hardly standard equipment for the science laboratory, is it? Perhaps it should be. Watch Cosmic Chocolate: Transcript The explanation If you've watched the video above you might be puzzled. How did we measure the speed of light using chocolate and a microwave? It’s all to...
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From Zero Day to Doomsday – Public Lecture
Digital & Computing

From Zero Day to Doomsday – Public Lecture

...courses including an introduction to robotics, playful computer programming, and the internet of things. Most recently he has been writing about aspects of computer security from malicious software to cybercrime and cyberwar. Mike’s lecture is inspired by his teaching for the OU Module TM112 Introduction to computing and information technology, which will run from April...
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Understanding Cities
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding Cities

...course DD304, Understanding Cities... Understanding Cities A short introduction to this album. Nature Spaces An allotment in Handsworth, Birmingham as an example of a nature space. Allotment holders talk about the ecological, sociological and community benefits of allotments. Shared Spaces Some problems that can arise from differing viewpoints emerging in a shared...
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Science Communication and Public Engagement
Science, Maths & Technology

Science Communication and Public Engagement

...course SH804 Communicating science in the information age... Communicating science A short introduction to this album. Science and society Dr. Richard Holliman interviews Prof. Alan Irwin on the changing relationship between science and society. Communicating science Dr Richard Holliman interviews Dr Victoria Pearson on how she communicates science as a scientist,...
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Audio 1 hr 14 mins
Astronomy
Science, Maths & Technology

Astronomy

...course S282 Astronomy... Astronomy A short introduction to this album. Our Invisible Sun Scientists investigate sun spots, solar flares and arcs using x-ray telescopes, featuring the Big Bear Observatory in LA. VLA, HEIDI What would the sun look like if we had magnetically sensitive eyes? How the most sensitive radio telescopes on earth work. Is Our Sun Normal?...
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Introducing Health Sciences: Visual Impairment
Health, Sports & Psychology

Introducing Health Sciences: Visual Impairment

...course SDK125 Introducing health sciences: a case study approach... Introducing Health Sciences: Visual Impairment A short introduction to this album Visual Impairment: Derek 's Story Derek Child describes how he felt when he lost his sight. Training techniques Derek talks about long cane training and his decision to do guide dog training. Dealing with External...
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