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Should Economics and the Environment work together?
Society, Politics & Law

Should Economics and the Environment work together?

...human well-being. Ecosystem services can broadly be thought of as the wide range of benefits humans gain from the natural environment. And by thinking of these benefits in more economic terms we can start to consider the ‘goods and services’ provided by ecosystems. By trying to systematically value nature, the UK National Ecosystem Assessment looked to carry out a...
The biology of loving our pets
Science, Maths & Technology

The biology of loving our pets

...humans too. So, our pets are releasing the love hormone in response to us! This can have an effect on their behaviour, such as increasing gaze, shows of affection and wanting attention. However, it might also explain why some pets love affection and others aren’t so keen. A study showed that cats who are more anxious and shy show a decrease in oxytocin when they are...
Six Nations 2017
Health, Sports & Psychology

Six Nations 2017

...resources...[A rugby match in progress] The Six Nations Championship, the annual international rugby union competition involving six European teams: England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales is back. Discover all the different ways in which sport impacts our lives and explore The Open University's sports and fitness modules and qualifications by trying a free...
To lie or not to lie?
History & The Arts

To lie or not to lie?

...Humanities (Philosophy) qualification. [To lie or not to lie cartoon game image.] Click on the image above, to start your interactive experience... Instructions For best results, use a modern web browser. Upgrade to the latest version of Internet Explorer or try a free alternative like Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari. Acknowledgements Philosophical consultant: Professor...
The science of sperm
Health, Sports & Psychology

The science of sperm

...human semen that are very familiar to most people, but their importance isn't appreciated. For a start, the ejaculate isn't of a uniform consistency. As the man ejaculates, the first 'spurt' contains far more sperm than subsequent spurts. This is why the withdrawal method of contraception is so dangerous. If the man is only a split second too late then the most potent...
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Education & Development

Young children, the outdoors and nature

...resource to support human life. Froebel brings a different perspective; he is considered to be a holistic thinker, who emphasises connection and connectivity rather than separation. For this reason, his perspective offers a challenge to current thinking. It is interesting to consider what his thoughts would be if he was alive and writing today. The ideas around respect...
Neurodiversity: What is it and what does it look like across races?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Neurodiversity: What is it and what does it look like across races?

...human minds and the fact that brains and neurocognition vary among all individuals. All these variations are ‘normal’ and ‘valuable’ with neurodiversity being the concept that neurological differences are to be recognised and respected as any other human variation. The term ‘neurodiversity’ was coined by the Australian sociologist Judy Singer in 1998, and...
Euro 2020
Health, Sports & Psychology

Euro 2020

...knock-out games, check out the expert insights and free sport courses in our Euro 2020 hub...Euro 2020 starts on 11 June 2021, having been rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more about the Euros in the FREE resources below. Explore training for pressure moments in sport Fanatical about football? Try one of our free courses Become an Open University student...
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