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National Novel Writing Month
History & The Arts

National Novel Writing Month

...works of authors you admire could be that extra dose of daily inspiration to keep up that motivation. Whether you're into writing thrillers, plays or romances, immersing yourself with your chosen fiction will focus your mind, especially if you read with a critical mind. For more guidance on becoming a writer through reading, enrol on our free course - Creative writing and...
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Weighing up the reliability of expert criminal evidence
Society, Politics & Law

Weighing up the reliability of expert criminal evidence

...work has been done in recent years to address the public’s confidence in the use of forensic evidence relied upon for criminal trials. The Law Commission’s recommendations led to guidance for criminal courts (see 19A.5-6) on assessing the reliability of expert evidence. The Forensic Science Regulator (FSR) continues to push for statutory powers to govern the use of...
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Causal loop diagrams
Science, Maths & Technology

Causal loop diagrams

...work with and name them precisely. Use nouns or noun phrases rather than verbs (e.g. ‘orders shipped’ rather than ‘ship’). Be sure your variable fits into phrases, such as ‘level of’, ‘amount of’ or ‘size of’. Use a neutral or positive term whenever possible to avoid confusion that can arise with negative forms of nouns. Include intangible variables...
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Esports: an introduction to the industry
Science, Maths & Technology

Esports: an introduction to the industry

...work in esports! The industry is made up of a wide range of careers. @@PLUGINFILE@@/image-hotspots-5810.h5p?time=1768398456414 Esports and education Across the world governments and education systems are prioritising the development of future ready digital skills to prepare learners for new and emerging career pathways. Schools now recognise that esports offers powerful...
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What is forensic science?
Science, Maths & Technology

What is forensic science?

...working in a lab. ] Forensic science, or forensics, is the application of science to establish how historical events occurred and thereby provide impartial evidence that can be used in a court of law. Science can be defined as the collection of information through systematic experimentation and observation. Science often involves the detailed study of natural or man-made...
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A brief introduction to the Chinese education system
Education & Development

A brief introduction to the Chinese education system

...working at their desks in a Chinese school] Structure of the Chinese education system In China, education is divided into three categories: basic education, higher education, and adult education. By law, each child must have nine years of compulsory education from primary school (six years) to junior secondary education (three years). Basic education Basic education in...
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UK must balance food farming impacts
Nature & Environment

UK must balance food farming impacts

...worked out how to turn agricultural land – which currently produces 10% of the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions – into a “carbon sink” that soaks up carbon dioxide. The answer is simple: take more land out of food production, restore natural habitats, and allow forests to grow again. If, in the next 35 years, the UK increased forest cover from 12% to 30%, and...
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How to help your child become a future Olympian
Health, Sports & Psychology

How to help your child become a future Olympian

...working to the Olympics yourself, or even have to try and win the parents’ race on Sports Day, just find something that you like. [Lady and child doing yoga together] If you’ve been walking laps of the local park in lockdown take that a step further and join a walking sports team - there’s walking rugby, football, netball and lots more. Have a look at what’s...
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