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Can renewable energy sources power the world? Badge icon
Science, Maths & Technology

Can renewable energy sources power the world?

...badged open course, Can renewable energy sources power the world?. The course is made up of eight weeks, with approximately three hours of study in each. It is suggested that you do one session per week, but you can work through the course at your own pace, so if you have more time one week there is no problem with pushing on to complete another session. The eight ......
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Play, learning and the brain
Education & Development

Play, learning and the brain

...course, Play, learning and the brain, examines the area of brain-based learning, with a particular focus on the development of the young child's brain, and is of particular relevance to those who work with young children. We begin by looking at the structure and functions of the brain, and the impact that sensory deprivation can have on these. We consider the implications...
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Level 2: Intermediate 15 hrs
Exploring Homer’s Odyssey
History & The Arts

Exploring Homer’s Odyssey

...Open University’s Classical Studies courses and qualifications....Exploring Homer’s Odyssey: Introduction - This free course introduces Homer’s ancient Greek epic poem, the Odyssey, which tells of Odysseus’ long journey home after fighting in the Trojan War, and his eventual reunion with his wife Penelope. Odysseus is famous for his cunning and his courage, and...
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Level 1: Introductory 6 hrs
Cyflwyniad i greu newid gwleidyddol a chymdeithasol
Society, Politics & Law

Cyflwyniad i greu newid gwleidyddol a chymdeithasol

...course is available in English and Scottish Gaelic. Mae’r DU yn wynebu argyfyngau niferus: amgylcheddol, economaidd, gwleidyddol, cymdeithasol ac iechyd. Mae’r cwrs ar-lein am ddim hwn yn amlinellu rhai o’r sgiliau dinasyddiaeth allweddol a’r wybodaeth sydd eu hangen i ymyrryd yn y byd wrth iddo newid. Mae’n archwilio sut i wneud newid yn wleidyddol ac yn...
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Level 1: Introductory 10 hrs
Bun-chùrsa mu bhith a’ dèanamh atharrachadh poilitigeach is sòisealta
Society, Politics & Law

Bun-chùrsa mu bhith a’ dèanamh atharrachadh poilitigeach is sòisealta

...course explores how you can make change politically and socially, giving essential background information to get started, examples of inspiring changemakers, advice on how to have an impact both within and outside of traditional UK parliamentary politics, and the qualities needed to succeed...This course is also available in English and Welsh. Tha iomadh èiginn mu...
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Level 1: Introductory 10 hrs
Digital thinking tools for better decision making Badge icon
Digital & Computing

Digital thinking tools for better decision making

...course will give you the opportunity to earn an Open University digital badge. Badges are not accredited by The Open University but they're a great way to demonstrate your interest in the subject and commitment to your career and to provide evidence of continuing professional development. Once you are signed in, you can manage your digital badges ......
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Language and creativity
Languages

Language and creativity

...course is an adapted extract from the Open University course E302 Language and creativity...Language and creativity: Learning outcomes - After studying this course, you should be able to: understand key issues in the relationship between language and creativity understand some of the different ways that linguistic creativity can be studied understand the importance of...
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Level 2: Intermediate 8 hrs
Introduction to making political and social change
Society, Politics & Law

Introduction to making political and social change

...course is adapted from The Open University’s Changemakers guide, but has been expanded to include content on the devolved nations and global change. This OpenLearn course links to the Open University course D113: Global Challenges: Social Science in Action, now open for registration...Introduction to making political and social change: Learning ......
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Level 1: Introductory 10 hrs