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A short introduction to the English language
Languages

A short introduction to the English language

...free course, A short introduction to the English language, will look at the role language plays in our lives, with a particular focus on the English language. It will examine the history and the future of the language, from the Anglo-Saxons and Shakespeare to social media communication and stand-up comedy...This free course, A short introduction to the English language,...
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Level 1: Introductory 5 hrs
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Education & Development

Take your teaching online

...free course, Take your teaching online, you will gain knowledge fundamental to delivering effective teaching online. You will hear about the experiences of real educators, be introduced to cutting edge research, and understand the ideas and tools that shape how we teach and learn online. You will also learn useful methods that will guide you to test out these new ideas in...
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Level 2: Intermediate 24 hrs
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Science, Maths & Technology

Succeed with maths: part 2

...free course, Succeed with maths: part 2, is a sequel to Part 1, in which you will continue to develop your mathematical knowledge and skills using everyday examples. The course takes a look at measurement of length, mass and volume, negative numbers and how to use these, scientific notation (based upon powers of 10), shapes and how to calculate their properties before...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
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Money & Business

Risk management

...free course: Course image: Artyom_Anikeev / iStockphoto.com Activity 1: Skydiving: Pixabay; Pexels; Horse riding: Anna Jokiranta; Pexels; Reading a book; Burst; Pexels; Saving money: rawpixel.com; Pexels; Gambling: Pixabay; Pexels; Stock trading: Negative Space; Pexels; Water skiing: Pixabay; Pexels; Donkey ride: csfotoimages; iStockphoto.com; Rock climbing: photo by...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
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Science, Maths & Technology

Understanding autism

...free course, Understanding autism, introduces the autism spectrum, how it is experienced by individuals and families, and why it has become a global concern. The course explains how understanding of the autism spectrum and approaches to diagnosis and care have evolved. Key scientific approaches to studying autism are explained and illustrated, alongside substantial use of...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
The business of film
History & The Arts

The business of film

...free 12-hour course explores the intriguing world of film production, and illuminates the processes of film development, distribution and finance...Making a film is a creative endeavour, but it's also a business project. And just like any other business, most films are intended to make money. This free online course, The business of film, will show you how film production...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs
Surface water
Nature & Environment

Surface water

...free course, Surface water, helps you examine the options...--- Please note: This is course is due to be archived on Monday 13th March 2023. You can study the course up until this date. For learners who have completed the course, the Statement of Participation will remain in your learner records in your OpenLearn profile. --- Water is arguably the most important ......
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Level 2: Intermediate 8 hrs
Visions of protest: graffiti
History & The Arts

Visions of protest: graffiti

...free course, Visions of protest: graffiti, introduces students to contrasting understandings of graffiti. It draws on a wide range of graffiti examples, including mystery zebras in Hackney, fish graffiti in Morecambe, 'tags' in a Milton Keynes underpass, a McDonald's advert and exhibits at a highly established art gallery, the Tate Modern. Students will consider different...
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Level 1: Introductory 8 hrs