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Linear programming – the basic ideas
Science, Maths & Technology

Linear programming – the basic ideas

...course examines the formulation and solution of small linear programming problems. Section 1 deals with the formulation of linear programming models, describing how mathematical models of suitable real-world problems can be constructed. Section 2 looks at graphical representations of two-dimensional models, considers some theoretical implications and examines the...
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Level 2: Intermediate 16 hrs
How do empires work?
History & The Arts

How do empires work?

...course, How do empires work?, introduces these questions by briefly sketching in the dramatic events of the Anglo-Chinese conflict over Hong Kong from 1839 to 1842...How are empires ruled? How do military, economic, logistic and cultural constructs combine to create 'systems of empire'? This free course, How do empires work?, introduces these questions by briefly...
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Level 1: Introductory 1 hr
Picturing the family
History & The Arts

Picturing the family

...course, Picturing the family, looks at some of the ways photographs can reveal, and sometimes conceal, important information about the past. It teaches the skills and provides some of the knowledge needed to interpret such pictorial sources...Besides being simple mementos, family photographs can offer insights into the past. This free course, Picturing the family, looks...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs
Supporting babies and toddlers
Education & Development

Supporting babies and toddlers

...course helps practitioners to understand these changes and explore how they can support babies and toddlers in early childhood settings. This course draws on research and expertise from early childhood academics at The Open University and professionals at Early Years Wales...The first two years of a child’s life are a time of incredible change and development. This free...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs
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Society, Politics & Law

Legal skills and debates in Scotland

...course, Legal skills and debates in Scotland, considers how laws are interpreted and applied. It looks at legislation, court judgments, argument, judicial reasoning and rights. It also explores the relationship between society’s values and the laws which it supports and how policy and rights influence development of law...This free course, Legal skills and debates in...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Religious diversity: rethinking religion
History & The Arts

Religious diversity: rethinking religion

...course, Religious diversity: rethinking religion, introduces you to a selection of the vast variety of religious beliefs and practices in Britain today. Having some familiarity with religion and belief is increasingly required to make sense of issues of local, national and international importance. The course will introduce you to issues and skills necessary for better...
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Level 2: Intermediate 12 hrs
Two concepts of freedom
History & The Arts

Two concepts of freedom

...course, Two concepts of freedom, looks at a positive and a negative concept of freedom, asking you to think carefully about how freedom is restricted by our place in society and how it can vary from state to state...What defines individual freedom in a civilised society? Philosophers have argued over such questions for centuries. This free course, Two concepts of freedom,...
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Level 2: Intermediate 20 hrs
Infection and immunity
Health, Sports & Psychology

Infection and immunity

...course, Infection and immunity, you will be introduced to infectious diseases and to the biological agents that invade our bodies and cause them: pathogens. You will also learn about the immune system, the human body’s vital defence against pathogens. Along the way you will learn about the scientific method and how it has helped scientists understand pathogens and aid...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs