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The Art of Breathing
Science, Maths & Technology

The Art of Breathing

...introduction to this album. The mechanics of breathing An insight into the complexities of how the body controls breathing, and a chance to see the respiratory system in action. Anxiety and hyperventilation How an anxious mind causes rapid removal of carbon dioxide from lungs, leading to significant consequences. It's all in the breath How conscious, controlled breathing...
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Audio 53 mins
Geological structures exposed
Science, Maths & Technology

Geological structures exposed

...introduction to this album. Overview of the Orogenic Belt The three main components of the Orogenic Belt; Lewisian gneisses, Torridonian sandstone and sediments laid down from Cambrian times. A history of movement Evidence that the Moine Thrust is the result of frictional sliding. Ductility of the Structures The ductility of structures of rocks from the Dalradian...
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Audio 45 mins
Start writing fiction
History & The Arts

Start writing fiction

...introduction to this album. Starting the writing process Here, the novelists on the panel discuss what first attracted them to writing prose and what writing means to them. Researching and influencing your fiction In order to write, every novelist must read. The importance of reading and how this can influence your own style. Characters and genre How do you create a...
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Audio 54 mins
Porter’s Value Chain and the Business of Film
Money & Business

Porter’s Value Chain and the Business of Film

...managers understand if there is a cluster of activities providing benefit to customers located within particular areas of the value chain. It can also prompt managers to think about the role different activities play A tool to identify what a manager should focus on in developing a more profitable business model. [Michael Porter's Value Chain] Porter's Value Chain A...
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Article 5 mins
Professional relationships with young people
Health, Sports & Psychology

Professional relationships with young people

...managing quality relationships of their own. This free course, Professional relationships with young people, explores different approaches in developing relationships and working practices which can inform work with young people...In some people's eyes the development of relationships is a good end in itself, as it is in relationships that we express our humanity. Young...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Neighbourhood nature
Nature & Environment

Neighbourhood nature

...Introduction - In this free course, Neighbourhood nature, you will learn about the plants and animals in an English temperate woodland, how they can provide clues about the history of local woodland and how some traditional woodland management methods can benefit biodiversity. You will also learn about the importance of ancient trees as a habitat for certain rare species...
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Level 1: Introductory 1 hr
The Value of Emotional Intelligence in a Challenging Workplace
Health, Sports & Psychology

The Value of Emotional Intelligence in a Challenging Workplace

...manage emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathise with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict. Developing emotional intelligence skills can help us to be more successful in both our personal and professional lives: developing better relationships; adapting to, and coping with, challenging situations; and improving mental...
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Article 10 mins
Finite Element Analysis
Science, Maths & Technology

Finite Element Analysis

...introduction to Finite Element Analysis... Finite element analysis in Formula 1 A short introduction to this album. This is Formula 1! How final element analysis is used to get maximum performance out of Formula 1 cars, focussing on two components: the wheel hub and the 'tub'. Component function The first step in final element analysis is to understand precisely what a...
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Audio 48 mins