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Understanding Identity
Society, Politics & Law

Understanding Identity

...introduction to the social sciences: understanding social change... Understanding Identity A short introduction to this album Identity - what is it? Definitions of identity, the existence of personal and social identity and the way in which concepts of identity have changed. Formation of Identity Identities are formed by society and by individuals. Identities are created...
Crime, Order and Social Control
Society, Politics & Law

Crime, Order and Social Control

...introduction of possibly controversial crime control initiatives such as restorative justice, which involves offenders meeting their victims. It also looks at schemes tackling problems of racial violence and other anti-social behaviours. This material forms part of The Open University course D315 Crime, order and social control... Crime, order and social control A short...
Does handing a company on to the children work?
Money & Business

Does handing a company on to the children work?

...management practices, says Daniela Scur...[Alexander Robertson and Sons] Alexander Robertson & Sons, founder and next generation of Clydeside ship-builders, photographed in the 1920s Family firms are the most prevalent type of firm in the world. This is especially true in emerging economies, where they account for over half of medium-sized firms in the manufacturing...
What is language?
Languages

What is language?

...introduction to the history and social significance of our communicative abilities. Transcript If this piece has piqued your interest in the world of words, we have many language courses available for you to study. If you want to know more about the function and significance of language, we can particularly recommend the following courses: Or, if you’re looking for a...
Ethics in real life
History & The Arts

Ethics in real life

...introduction to the album. Codes of ethics Professor Onora O’Neil is one of Britain’s most distinguished Philosophers. Here she discusses the pros and cons of codes of ethics with The Open University's Derek Matravers. Plagiarism and copyright law Nigel Warburton explores with the author, Maureen Duffy, the ethics of plagiarism and copyright law. Business ethics Derek...
Maths as others see it
Science, Maths & Technology

Maths as others see it

...introduction to this album. The Whittington Hospital Discover the importance and responsibilities of the porters and cleaners in The Whittington Hospital and how maths is used throughout the hospital.. What is maths? Find out how maths is used to measure haemoglobin levels. Plus, what is the public's perception of maths? Reflecting on maths Members of the public share...
Technology, networks and international order
Society, Politics & Law

Technology, networks and international order

...introduction to the album. Technological revolutions Helen Yanacopulos and Simon Bromley discuss technological revolutions and waves of innovation. The benefits of ICT's Simon Bromley and William Brown discuss the benefits and development of ICT's (information and communication technologies). A global civil society Helen Yanacopulos looks at the idea of a global civil...
Cooperation, anarchy and interdependence
Society, Politics & Law

Cooperation, anarchy and interdependence

...introduction to the album. The World Trade Organisation Jef Huysmans and Simon Bromley discuss the WTO (World Trade Organisation). The realist model Jef Huysmans outlines the buidling blocks of the realist argument of international order. The Liberal model Simon Bromley explains the elements of the Liberal model. The North American Free Trade Agreement A discussion about...