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Environment and Sustainable Development - Student Hub Live's Brexit Special
Nature & Environment

Environment and Sustainable Development - Student Hub Live's Brexit Special

...Student Hub Live...For many years, the EU has played a leading role in green issues, imposing environmental standards on its own members and the rest of the world. But the types of sustainable development the EU promotes are influenced by the economic, social and even religious backgrounds of its member states. Enthusiasts say the EU’s ability to legislate for 28...
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Video 25 mins
Developing reading for pleasure in the classroom with student and early career teachers
Education & Development

Developing reading for pleasure in the classroom with student and early career teachers

...student teachers in the UK highlighted gaps in their knowledge of contemporary texts and authors as well as misconceptions about the teacher’s role in supporting children’s RfP (Cremin et al., 2024). Barriers from individual teacher reader identities and varied school experiences may also need to be addressed (Hendry, 2022). Supporting new teachers begins by...
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Video 20 mins
Can I become fitter by doing short bursts of exercise?
Health, Sports & Psychology

Can I become fitter by doing short bursts of exercise?

Some studies suggest that health goals might be within your grasp - or at least a short walk away. Richard Metcalfe adds some caveats...A growing body of advice suggests doing small amounts of moderate exercise can make a significant difference to your health. Academic research is being turned into headlines such as: “Spending two minutes an hour walking instead of...
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Brexit’s impact on the nations of the UK - Student Hub Live's Brexit Special
History & The Arts

Brexit’s impact on the nations of the UK - Student Hub Live's Brexit Special

...Student Hub Live...In 2016, the majority of voters in England and Wales voted to leave the European Union, despite mainstream political parties urging them to remain. In contrast, clear majorities in Scotland and Northern Ireland voted to stay in the EU. As a result, the UK is triggering Article 50 against a backdrop of constitutional crisis, with the Scottish government...
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Video 30 mins
Let’s Talk About Uni – a podcast about real student experiences
Education & Development

Let’s Talk About Uni – a podcast about real student experiences

...students from all of Wales’ universities as they share their experiences...[A mobile phone playing a podcast 'Let's Talk About Uni' with a set of earphones.] Choosing to go to university is a big step, so it’s only natural to wonder if it is right for you or have some doubts. Maybe you think you’re not good enough or worried about fitting in? Maybe you’re...
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What is the pension triple lock, and how has it become an election issue?
Money & Business

What is the pension triple lock, and how has it become an election issue?

...become important in the election debates...In the last Prime Minister’s Questions before the 2017 general election, Theresa May refused to guarantee the “triple lock” policy that guarantees pensions will rise in line with inflation, earnings or 2.5% – whichever is highest. It’s a contentious issue, as pensions make up a the biggest portion of the nation’s...
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Closing the awarding gap: practical actions to support Black and minority ethnic students
Education & Development

Closing the awarding gap: practical actions to support Black and minority ethnic students

...students. ...Awarding gaps between Black and minority ethnic students and their white peers remain a persistent challenge across higher education. While the causes are complex, evidence emerging since 2020 – including scholarship from across The Open University – highlights a number of clear, practical steps that educators and institutions can take to reduce these...
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