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Empowering communities
Money & Business

Empowering communities

...Introduction - All communities have the capacity to grow and develop, but for some reason not all communities do so. In order to understand at least one of the reasons for behind this, this course will look at the topic of community empowerment. It will start by defining the key parameters of community empowerment and some of the most common forms, before looking at the...
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Level 1: Introductory 4 hrs
Why study languages?
Languages

Why study languages?

...introduction to the differences in culture and language about which we all need to be aware. There are 10 independent sections: any selection of them can be studied in any order. Some are about why knowledge of other languages and cultures can be important; others are about what it's like to study a foreign language or to have a career using a foreign language. The course...
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Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs
Partnerships and networks in work with young people
Health, Sports & Psychology

Partnerships and networks in work with young people

...project review [and] at the management structures. For example, if there were issues in relation to face-to-face delivery, which managers could or should be involved in unravelling some of those issues. At the end of the project we would produce a report where we would evaluate not only what we have produced but also what we have learnt from each other and the partnership...
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Level 2: Intermediate 10 hrs
Exploring the depth of the Antarctic ice sheet...
Nature & Environment

Exploring the depth of the Antarctic ice sheet...

...project. There are many important processes that are taking place at the base of the Antarctic ice sheets that are kilometres in thickness, such as interaction of solid ground with the ice sheet. Field campaigns are essential to understand these interactions but would not allow spatial resolution on the continental scale that is required. One avenue is to use satellite...
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Article 10 mins
Young people and religion: creative learning with history
History & The Arts

Young people and religion: creative learning with history

...project, which has worked extensively with schools and other organisations in various European countries to develop this unique approach and produce accessible resources. This course will give you the pedagogical tools to engage in a unique approach to develop knowledge and understanding of religious diversity. This course has been developed in the framework of the...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs
OpenLearning Champions Scotland hub
Education & Development

OpenLearning Champions Scotland hub

Scotland OpenLearning Champions Hub: This hub showcases the content on OpenLearn as an introduction to learners, and highlights the wide range of materials that have a Scottish context.
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Guide to engaging with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller community
Science, Maths & Technology

Guide to engaging with the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller community

...Project is shedding light on genetics and health within the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller community. Through research, dialogue, and storytelling, it aims to empower communities, tackle health inequalities, and spark conversation about the role of genetics in everyday life...Transcript In a new documentary, Lisa Robinson – researcher, advocate and one of around a thousand...
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Video 5 mins
Building motivation and resilience in research
Science, Maths & Technology

Building motivation and resilience in research

...Introduction - Have you ever felt stuck on a project, demotivated after setbacks, or unsure how to regain momentum? Research and knowledge work – whether in a university lab, a company, or independent study – can be unpredictable. Progress is rarely linear, and setbacks are a natural part of the journey. Challenges such as failed experiments, rejected proposals, or...
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Level 2: Intermediate 4 hrs