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Interacting with ambient displays
Science, Maths & Technology

Interacting with ambient displays

...Open University's Jennie Lee building strives to answer this question. This video takes a look behind-the-scenes of the project, which involves an artistic installation of grey and orange balloons which have been produced in the building to signify the number of people using the lift or taking the stairs. The grey balloons represent the stairs, and the orange balloons,...
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Video 7 mins
Are you an entrepreneur and don't know it?
Money & Business

Are you an entrepreneur and don't know it?

...boost your confidence, or open up new career paths. Find out more by exploring our guide and discover whether you’re an entrepreneur – and what to do next. Launch the guide: Are you an entrepreneur and don't know it? [Laptop and mobile phone with Are you an entrepreneur and don't know it? inteactive on it] [Business Wales and The Open University in Wales logos]...
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Activity 5 mins
Essential skills for OU study
Education & Development

Essential skills for OU study

...Open University's BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree. This collection of courses and content is perfect for both new and returning university students, designed to help you settle into your studies from day one, or as a great way to refresh your skills after a break in studying. Work through the courses at your own pace and in your own time, or focus on a specific skill you’d...
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Article 5 mins
Good Mock COP, Bad Mock COP
Education & Development

Good Mock COP, Bad Mock COP

...Open University held a Mock COP26 event, inspiring future climate leaders from across Scotland in the Highlands and Moray...On Tuesday 2 November 2021, while global delegates were gathering in Glasgow for the COP26 conference, schools across the Highlands and Moray were abuzz with excitement. Pupils were assembling virtually as delegate nations to take decisive action on...
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Article 10 mins
Building belonging and mattering to achieve equity for Black STEM students
Education & Development

Building belonging and mattering to achieve equity for Black STEM students

...Open University’s Black STEM Hub is building community, visibility and connection to support student success in distance learning...Equity in higher education is not just about access; it is about outcomes. For Black students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Science (STEM) at The Open University, persistent gaps in retention and progression reveal that structural...
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Article 5 mins
Getting started with Spanish 1
Languages

Getting started with Spanish 1

...Open Centre for Languages and Cultures short course, LGXS001 Beginners Spanish 1: ¡Empezamos!. After completing this free course, you may wish to register for the full course to continue your learning...If you want to learn a new language for work or for leisure, this free course will introduce you to one of the most widely spoken languages in the world – Spanish....
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Getting started with Italian 3
Languages

Getting started with Italian 3

...Open Centre for Languages and Cultures short course, LGXI003 Beginners Italian 3: stai andando bene! After completing this free course, you may wish to register for the full course to continue your learning!...Week 2: Enquiring about train times: Introduction - [Described image] This week, you will find out about the Italian rail network and learn vocabulary for talking...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
An introduction to geology
Science, Maths & Technology

An introduction to geology

...sourced by a geologist. In this free course, An introduction to geology, you will be introduced to some key geological processes that impact everyday life, as you discover the link between volcanoes and your mobile phone, and find out why tiny marine wildlife is at the core of the plastics industry. You will learn about the various types of rock, and explore how, where...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs