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ADHD and Dyslexia: How and why formal diagnosis can be helpful
Education & Development

ADHD and Dyslexia: How and why formal diagnosis can be helpful

...a diagnosis can have. You’ll also hear from Jo, who shares her experience of receiving an ADHD diagnosis in adulthood, alongside practical tips and links to further support. This was produced to support the BBC/OU co-production of inside our minds which in its second series focused upon ADHD and dyslexia. To learn more about the series, visit the OU Connect page....
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Addressing ethical issues in your research proposal
Education & Development

Addressing ethical issues in your research proposal

...become an insider researcher (for example, relating to trust, confidentiality and anonymity). What key ethical principles do you think will be important when planning or conducting your research, particularly as an insider? Principles that come to mind might include autonomy, respect, dignity, privacy, informed consent and confidentiality. You may also have identified...
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Social construction and social constructionism
Society, Politics & Law

Social construction and social constructionism

...OU tutors. Activity 1 Listen to the audio files. You may find it helpful to listen to the recordings a second time and take notes that help define the terms social construction and social constructionism. Social Construction/Constructionism part 1 (8 minutes 5.5 MB) John Clarke This is D218: Getting to grips with social construction and social constructionism. John Clarke...
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Level 2: Intermediate 1 hr
The Open University and SWAP Learning Hub
Education & Development

The Open University and SWAP Learning Hub

...students studying SWAP courses. SWAP students can find courses that offer new topics to explore, build on their study with SWAP, and help prepare for further study at university. We hope these resources will help you on your educational journey..._Find out more about The Open University's Open degree. _ [The Open University and SWAP logos.] Welcome to The Open University...
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My career goal: Construction
Science, Maths & Technology

My career goal: Construction

...become a civil engineer. Transcript How to apply for a CSCS card The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) provides proof that individuals have the necessary training and qualifications to carry out their work. For more information on how to apply, go to: www.citb.co.uk/cards-testing/other-card-schemes/construction-skills-certificate-scheme-cscs/ Transcript...
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Critical thinking – A skill and a process
Education & Development

Critical thinking – A skill and a process

...students, this is what makes us critical thinkers. Critical thinking is not just one skill, rather it is the result of a number of skills applied effectively. In order to be able to think critically, you’ll need to be able reason. You’ll need to be able to assess the source of the information you’re given and you’ll be able to reflect on its accuracy or validity,...
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Where a ban has been replaced by a bee
Languages

Where a ban has been replaced by a bee

...students murmur over spelling sheets and proud parents deliver the last gasps of pep talks. After final embraces and a tear or two, the spelling competitors are swept backstage. [Mariana Moya-Rubiano competes in the 2016 Concurso Nacional de Deletreo en Español] Fifth-grader Mariana Moya-Rubiano from Thomas Harrison Middle School, Harrisburg, Virginia, correctly spells...
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Dyscalculia, maths anxiety and numerophobia in nursing practice
Health, Sports & Psychology

Dyscalculia, maths anxiety and numerophobia in nursing practice

...Nursing Associates and registered nurses can experience dyscalculia, maths anxiety and numerophobia, but they can be reassured that effective support is available...Mathematical ability is an essential skill in nursing practice. Nurses and Nursing Associates must be able to correctly work out relevant calculations in order to be safe and effective practitioners. The main
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