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Education & Development

Succeed with learning

...write about it. This certainly applies to the topic of learning. This course will introduce you to some of the theories about the ways in which we learn. When you are studying, it is generally a good idea to read about what other people have already thought about the subject, to help you develop your own opinion in an informed way. If you are not used to reading about...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
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Money & Business

Personal branding for career success

...Write the words in the box below. Try to think of words that would be relevant in a workplace context. Here’s a selection to get you started. Honest, creative, diligent, trustworthy, positive, innovative, organised, empathetic, effective, accurate, detailed, questioning, friendly, problem solver, supportive, dedicated, reliable, ambitious, flexible, thorough, focused....
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Numbers, units and arithmetic
Science, Maths & Technology

Numbers, units and arithmetic

...write whole numbers and decimals in place-value columns and compare their sizes multiply and divide whole numbers and decimals by 10, 100, 1000 and so on indicate given fractions on a diagram and find equivalent fractions for a given fraction mark numbers on a number line choose appropriate units for a given purpose...Numbers, units and arithmetic: 1 The size of numbers -...
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Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs
Assessment in secondary mathematics
Education & Development

Assessment in secondary mathematics

...write these numbers in order, smallest first: 0.7, 0.3 and 0.36 on mini-whiteboards. You will find that the three most common responses are: 0.3, 0.36, 0.7 (correct) 0.3, 0.7, 0.36 (student ignores decimal point) 0.36, 0.7, 0.3 (student may think that the largest number after the decimal point gives the smallest decimal). Students could well offer other answers, for a...
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Level 3: Advanced 11 hrs
David Bowie and science fiction
History & The Arts

David Bowie and science fiction

...London Falling, New Worlds and its writers were part of the make-up of Swinging London, and, under the influence of psychedelic drugs, bands such as Pink Floyd (of which Bowie was a fan) were taking sf imagery into their work. As with so much else in the late twentieth century, it will be impossible to write the history of sf without mentioning Bowie. More on David Bowie...
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Article 5 mins
Election days: 1908 - Churchill challenged by the women
History & The Arts

Election days: 1908 - Churchill challenged by the women

...writes from the office of the National Women's Social and Political Union: "Except that we regard it as a sign that our campaign against the Government is having its effect, we attach no value to Mr. Churchill's assertion that he will use his influence with the Government in the interests of women's suffrage. "Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman is in favour of 'votes for...
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Live long and prosper?
Science, Maths & Technology

Live long and prosper?

...It’s been estimated that around 30 per cent of Sun-like stars may have Earth-like planets in their habitable zones. At the time of writing, astronomers don’t yet know of any Earth-sized, Earth-mass planets in the habitable zones of Sun-like stars, although it may be only a matter of time until some are found. Perhaps we do live in the Star Trek universe after all?...
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Article 10 mins
Autumn on OpenLearn
Miscellaneous

Autumn on OpenLearn

...writing a novel by the fire, or tackling a DIY project, making something with your hands can be both relaxing and rewarding. 7: Take time to reset Autumn invites us to slow down, recharge and adapt to the shorter days. Whether it’s practising mindfulness, getting outside for daylight, or finding balance in your daily routine, this season is perfect for nurturing your...
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Article 5 mins