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Introduction to number theory
Science, Maths & Technology

Introduction to number theory

...physics and engineering. Topics covered include mathematical typesetting, number theory, conics, statics, geometric transformations, calculus, differential equations, mathematical language and proof, dynamics, eigenvalues and eigenvectors and combinatorics. It also helps develop the abilities to study mathematics independently, to solve mathematical problems and to...
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Level 1: Introductory 18 hrs
Supporting Mental Health Through Online Music Fandoms
OpenLearn Ireland

Supporting Mental Health Through Online Music Fandoms

...physical distance and encourage interactions with people all over the world that you might not otherwise have a chance to meet. Their international nature breaks down barriers by introducing members to diversity. They also help minimise feelings of loneliness because there is always somebody available to talk. 3. Self-expression is key in online fandoms Online music...
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Article 5 mins
The ocean of Jupiter’s moon Europa
Science, Maths & Technology

The ocean of Jupiter’s moon Europa

...physical properties, such as density and radius, have allowed scientists to constrain the depth of Europa’s ocean. Current estimates suggest the water-ice layer is ~100 km deep, which is nine times deeper than the deepest part of the Earth’s ocean, the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench. [Interior of Europa shown in two views]Figure 2 Artist’s drawing of the...
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Article 5 mins
Understanding the realities of invisible disabilities
Health, Sports & Psychology

Understanding the realities of invisible disabilities

...physical and mental wellbeing. Depending on what a person’s disability is, it can also worsen their condition. For example, a person with M.E. not pacing at work could lead to a flare up of fatigue and pain. In education, students with invisible disabilities are more likely to achieve lower grades and drop out of their studies when they don’t have support for their...
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Article 5 mins
The science of genetics
Nature & Environment

The science of genetics

...physical and social factors that interact with our genotype, such as the cytoplasm surrounding the nucleus of a cell, the uterus in which a fetus develops and the size of family of diet. Some characters are influenced by the environment more than others and we can summarize the relationship between genotype and phenotype as follows: genotype + environment = phenotype....
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Article 10 mins
Grief and COVID-19: Mourning what we know, who we miss and the way we say goodbye
Health, Sports & Psychology

Grief and COVID-19: Mourning what we know, who we miss and the way we say goodbye

...physical and mental health consequences for staff of working in a challenging role with a vulnerable population who we now know where dying in their thousands in affected institutions (Arons, 2020). While death is an event that can be expected due to the older age and frailty of residents within a care home, the frequency with which death was happening during the COVID-19...
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Article 20 mins
“Pobal Teanga Faoi Bhláth”: why Good Friday Agreement affects the Irish language
Languages

“Pobal Teanga Faoi Bhláth”: why Good Friday Agreement affects the Irish language

...physically. Drive from Dublin to Belfast and as you pass across the border not only do the traffic signs change from kilometres into miles, but the bilingual signage on all traffic signs ceases to exist, the Irish language physically stops at the ‘border’ and commuters enter into seemingly ‘English Only’ territory. Like many other language indicators, this was by...
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Article 5 mins
Introducing social work: a starter kit
Health, Sports & Psychology

Introducing social work: a starter kit

...physical and/or learning disabilities in the community. Assessing and supporting the care needs of adults with mental health problems in the community. Working in residential care homes for adults with physical and/or learning disabilities, and/or mental health problems, or with age-related support needs. Hospital social work – especially assisting with community...
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Level 3: Advanced 12 hrs