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Europe’s Borders in Question
Society, Politics & Law

Europe’s Borders in Question

...writing) is the EU’s threat to quarantine Greece by suspending it from the Schengen travel zone. The political effect of such barriers is by and large symbolic, aimed more at reassuring domestic audiences than actually plugging security or halting the flow of migrants. But they do achieve one thing: they make it difficult for people to reach, not Europe’s shores, but...
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Early years team work and leadership
Education & Development

Early years team work and leadership

...Write a pen portrait of yourself, highlighting your key strengths, areas for development and any other factors that influence your ability as a leader of, or in, a team. Comment Below is an extract from Sarah’s journal notes. I think I have some leadership skills and qualities because I get on well with people, especially parents. My communication skills are good and I...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Introducing philosophy
History & The Arts

Introducing philosophy

...writing. Let us take them in turn and see what they will involve in A211. Reading. Reading philosophy is a special skill. You can't read a philosophy book as you would a novel. You will need to approach it carefully and critically, taking much more time than normal. Different people have different strategies here. Some read each chapter or section through once quickly in...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs
Goya
History & The Arts

Goya

...creativity that we can equate with, the sort of creative freedom of Romanticism, particularly the works that he did without a commission. I think it's important to make that distinction in Goya's career. After an illness in 1793, he worked on a small series of cabinet paintings - a variety of subjects - he delivered these to the Royal Academy, so that they could be seen...
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Level 2: Intermediate 5 hrs
Coronavirus: How can athletes get through this period of isolation?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Coronavirus: How can athletes get through this period of isolation?

...through this difficult period stronger and better prepared for the challenges to come. There is also the problem of boredom and lack of stimulation. However, as many families forced to stay at home are finding out, boredom can be a powerful stimulus for creativity and innovation. Ultimately the most important is keeping safe and healthy and maintaining a positive mindset....
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Emmy Noether: Bucking the historical trends
Science, Maths & Technology

Emmy Noether: Bucking the historical trends

...creative mathematical genius thus far produced since the higher education of women began’. Had she been allowed the same privileges that men enjoyed she would certainly be a household name like Einstein. Noether's legacy Noether's work still receives a great deal of attention from mathematicians and physicists alike. One of her most famous results, known simply as...
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Methods in Motion: Getting on your bike, and looking for answers
Society, Politics & Law

Methods in Motion: Getting on your bike, and looking for answers

...creativity...[Hi-viz cyclists in London] Cyclists in London From an uncritical understanding of methodology, methods are the postscript to the real topic. They exist to produce data for testing theories, and their use is determined by the theoretical question. However, it is arguable that treating method as a technical afterthought downplays the extent to which social and...
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How to celebrate Halloween with young children
Education & Development

How to celebrate Halloween with young children

...creativity. Some ways to enhance these elements are through thinking about costumes, decorations and making the most of daytime activities. When it comes to costumes, encourage children to think about fun, imaginative ideas, such as superheroes, animals, or characters from books. Talk about the idea that costumes are only pretend, and that behind the mask or under the hat...
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