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Open education
Education & Development

Open education

...students who are studying the Open University course H817 Openness and innovation in elearning...There are many different 'flavours' or interpretations of what openness means in education. This free course, Open education, is an example of a massive open online course (MOOC) and spans seven weeks. Like all the free materials on OpenLearn, this course is open to the wider...
Level 3: Advanced 40 hrs
How to Survive a Botnet Attack
Science, Maths & Technology

How to Survive a Botnet Attack

...becoming part of a Botnet, also known as a ‘zombie army'. The term ‘zombie army’ is used to refer to a number of computer networks that have become infected as a result of malicious third party software sneaking onto a user’s computer and then linking it to others to send spam to, or steal data from. ‘How to Survive a Botnets Attack’ is a short animation that...
Who is Theresa May?
Society, Politics & Law

Who is Theresa May?

...become the UK's Prime Minister. But who is she?...[Theresa May] Theresa May Britain is to have a new prime minister in the form of Theresa May, currently the home secretary. May will take office on Wednesday after the contest to become Conservative leader was unexpectedly cut short by her rival Andrea Leadsom. May was always seen as the more likely of the two candidates...
Why is East Africa experiencing such a terrible drought?
Nature & Environment

Why is East Africa experiencing such a terrible drought?

...becoming more frequent and more intense – and each has a disastrous impact on the economies of nations and livelihoods of people. So what is causing these droughts? And why are they becoming more common? At least part of the explanation lies with a climate phenomenon known as the “Indian Ocean Dipole”. The dipole, often called the Indian Niño due to its similarity...
A global dimension to science education in schools
Education & Development

A global dimension to science education in schools

...students...A global dimension to science education in schools: 1.1 1 Why include a global dimension in science education? - Western science drew on a world heritage, on the basis of sharing ideas. Sen (2002) The global dimension refers to approaches to education … which focus on global issues, events and interdependence. … pupils will develop … an understanding of...
Esports: an introduction to the industry
Science, Maths & Technology

Esports: an introduction to the industry

...students competed in a game called Spacewar! for a year’s subscription to Rolling Stone magazine. The scene gained momentum in the 1980s with the rise of arcade games like Pac-Man and Donkey Kong and the launch of competitions such as the Video Game World Championships hosted by Atari. In 1990, Nintendo’s World Championships brought further attention to competitive...
Caring In Welsh App
Education & Development

Caring In Welsh App

...students gain confidence in using Welsh in the workplace or while studying. ...The glossary is divided into 21 sections including Osteopathy, Midwifery and Clinical Technology. Users can choose to hide or display the English text on the pages as their Welsh improves. [CCC Caring In Welsh App page] The app was designed, developed and recorded by Galactig. The app is voiced...
Writing critically and structuring your essay - Academic Study Skills
Education & Development

Writing critically and structuring your essay - Academic Study Skills

...and postgraduate taught students. These include tips on how to study more effectively, time management, what is meant by critical thinking, as well as specific guidance on writing to a university standard. [Cardiff University logo] This resource was provided by Cardiff University and is part of the University Ready hub. Find more resources like this on the hub homepage....