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Historical perspectives on race
History & The Arts

Historical perspectives on race

...Open University. Through a number of case studies, you will learn about the experiences of groups of people and individuals who were considered different to others, within their own environments, as a result of perceptions of their ‘race’. In addition to this introduction the course is divided into 5 sessions. The sessions cover the following examples: Black...
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Level 2: Intermediate 12 hrs
A parasocial Valentine's letter
History & The Arts

A parasocial Valentine's letter

...open access courses ‘What happens to you when you read?’ and ‘Introducing the psychology of our relationships with fictional villains’. Catherine Earnshaw Wuthering Heights Haworth Moor West Yorkshire BD22 9QS My dearest Cathy, I write, as usual, as I sit by the fireside, your book open in front of me. As I read the pages that make you come alive, I can almost...
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Article 5 mins
Introduction to finite element analysis
Science, Maths & Technology

Introduction to finite element analysis

...Open University course T804 Finite element analysis: basic principles and applications ...Introduction to finite element analysis: Learning outcomes - After studying this course, you should be able to: present some basic theory of FEA introduce the general procedures that are necessary to carry out an analysis present basic information that is necessary for the safe use...
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Level 3: Advanced 7 hrs
Rugby World Cup 2015
Health, Sports & Psychology

Rugby World Cup 2015

Learn more as you enjoy the 2015 Rugby World Cup...[rugby world cup, Thames, Tower bridge] As the UK hosts the 2015 Rugby World Cup, 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 course.
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Article 5 mins
World Emoji Day
History & The Arts

World Emoji Day

This week, on July 17th, it's World Emoji Day. Discover their impact on language and communication in our hub with an emoji animation voiced by Lauren Laverne, academic insights and related FREE courses...Transcript Discover how emoji is used to communicate Explore languages more in our FREE courses Take it further with The Open University
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Video 20 mins
Modern slavery quiz: would you prosecute?
Society, Politics & Law

Modern slavery quiz: would you prosecute?

...did not end with abolition in the 19th century; it still continues today in every country. Take a look at this scenario and decide whether you should prosecute in this interactive quiz...This content is associated with The Open University's Criminology courses and qualifications. Select the image below to begin the quiz... [car wash] Select the image to begin the quiz......
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Activity 15 mins
Troy Story: Homer's Iliad and Odyssey
History & The Arts

Troy Story: Homer's Iliad and Odyssey

Interested in Greek myths? We've condensed the epic narrative of Homer's poems the Iliad and the Odyssey into short animations voiced by the dulcet tones of Don Warrington...The Iliad Transcript The Iliad - who's who? The Odyssey Transcript The Odyssey - Who's who? More FREE learning on Greek gods and the classical world Take it further with The Open University
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Video 10 mins
AI Hub
Digital & Computing

AI Hub

Welcome to the AI Hub from Microsoft and The Open University. Explore free, accessible courses designed to build your confidence and skills in artificial intelligence. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your knowledge, the AI Hub supports your learning journey with expert-led, trusted, easy to-use resources.
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