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Influenza: A case study
Science, Maths & Technology

Influenza: A case study

...types of immune defence which are deployed against flu infections, distinguishing those that act against infected cells from those that act against free virus describe how strains of the virus change over time, and relate this to the flu viruses that occur in birds and other mammals explain how the epidemic pattern of influenza can be related to the evolution of new...
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Level 3: Advanced 6 hrs
The Byzantine icon
History & The Arts

The Byzantine icon

...phrase was used as a defence of icons first by John of Damascus (c.675–c.749) to highlight that the icon is the ‘visual aid’ to worship, not the object of worship (Evans, 2004, p. 459). It was, therefore, established that it is impossible for the Orthodox believer to confuse an icon representing Christ, the Virgin or any other saint/event narrated in the Bible with...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
How can acceptance and commitment therapy help carers in challenging times such as the COVID-19 pandemic?
Health, Sports & Psychology

How can acceptance and commitment therapy help carers in challenging times such as the COVID-19 pandemic?

...type of psychological therapy used for people who feel ‘stuck’ due to complex life circumstances. This article explains more and offers some top tips...Find out about The Open University's Health and Social Care courses and qualifications. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a time of great stress for carers. They have endured decreased access to support services and...
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Article 10 mins
Languages and the refugee crisis
Languages

Languages and the refugee crisis

...phrases, to express greetings or say thank you can make a huge difference. Most of these adjustments can be easily implemented by people from the host countries, but can have a very positive impact – not only in the refugees’ acculturation process, but also in the whole community, as learning about a new culture and a new language clearly has enormous benefits. In...
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Article 5 mins
Messaging apps – managing relationships at a distance
Languages

Messaging apps – managing relationships at a distance

...phrase ‘It was lovely to see you’ is a reformulation of Hazel’s ‘Lovely to see you last night’ and the two kisses (‘xx’) at the end of Hannah’s message also parallel Hazel’s. Hannah also refers explicitly to their shared communicative history, specifically to their Skype chat the evening before when Hazel talked about a planned trip back to their home...
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Article 5 mins
My career goal: Engineering
Science, Maths & Technology

My career goal: Engineering

...now. Take a look at all Open University courses. If you are new to university level study, find out more about the types of qualifications we offer, including our entry level Access courses and Certificates. Not ready for University study? Then browse over 1000 free courses on OpenLearn and sign up to our newsletter to hear about new free courses as they are released....
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Article 20 mins
My career goal: Legal, finance and accounting
Society, Politics & Law

My career goal: Legal, finance and accounting

...now. Take a look at all Open University courses. If you are new to university level study, find out more about the types of qualifications we offer, including our entry level Access courses and Certificates. Not ready for University study? Then browse over 1000 free courses on OpenLearn and sign up to our newsletter to hear about new free courses as they are released....
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Article 20 mins
Introducing mammals
Nature & Environment

Introducing mammals

...types within the single taxonomic group (or class) called the Mammalia. This free course, Introducing mammals, offers a starting point for the study of mammals. It will establish their rich diversity, while highlighting the common features that define the group...Mammals come in a bewildering variety of shapes and sizes, and yet all species have some characteristics in...
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Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs