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The importance of planning a musical performance
History & The Arts

The importance of planning a musical performance

...from any genre of music who want to develop their performance skills and enhance their understanding of the artform, and there are no auditions for entry. Available as a stand-alone programme, it can also count towards degree study with The Open University, forming part of Level 3 study of the BA (Hons) Music, BA (Hons) Arts & Humanities or BA Open qualifications....
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Music, theatre and literature
Education & Development

Music, theatre and literature

...Humanities courses George is a former YXM130 Module Chair and loves that this module lets you experiment with different subjects and build a really informed understanding of what it is that interests you. If she was to study this module, she would be interested in studying courses that would help to expand her knowledge of music, theatre and literature. This is because...
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Religion in history: conflict, conversion and coexistence
History & The Arts

Religion in history: conflict, conversion and coexistence

...human civilization. This album explores the interaction of competing communities in compelling depth, highlighting periods and cities that experienced turbulence, and occasionally harmony, from such an intermingling of beliefs and ideas. A huge historical range, from the very beginnings of early Christianity to modern-day Africa, is rigorously examined in cultural, social...
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Mathematical models: from sundials to number engines
Science, Maths & Technology

Mathematical models: from sundials to number engines

...humans have used everyday materials to create mathematical models of the world around them. This album explores the ancient Greeks' astrolabe as a model of the skies; the sundial, to tell the time; Babylonian clay tablets to record wages and trading of sheep; wooden tallies for bulk-buying beer, the Incas' use of knots and string, and the sophisticated number-engine...
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Owen's Law: the case for written allergen information in every food business
Health, Sports & Psychology

Owen's Law: the case for written allergen information in every food business

...human cost of the current system, what good allergen practice looks like, and why culture and law must work together to protect people with food allergies...When the system fails, people die For the 2 million people in the UK living with a diagnosed food allergy, eating out is never entirely straightforward. Despite clear regulatory guidance from the Food Standards...
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Coronavirus: The Lowdown
Health, Sports & Psychology

Coronavirus: The Lowdown

...resources on mental health and wellbeing. With the worldwide threat of the Coronavirus still present, it’s vital we all take the very best care of ourselves. And this is especially important for those of us who are older or more vulnerable. The animation below gives some advice on how to keep healthy: Transcript Help us with our research We currently have two...
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New free courses and hobbies to try while Coronavirus restrictions are in place
Miscellaneous

New free courses and hobbies to try while Coronavirus restrictions are in place

...resources below: - So you've written your novel, what now? Find out how The Open University could help you on your literary adventure. Learn a language We may not be able to travel far at present but that doesn't stop us from going on a virtual language tour! Where in the world are you headed? Hafan: Exploring Welsh Language and Culture Beginners' Spanish: Food and Drink...
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Let’s Talk About Uni – a podcast about real student experiences
Education & Development

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

...we get to grips with academic life at university. We hear about real student experiences, new ways of studying, managing time, the challenges of assignments and exams - and above all, the help and support that’s there when it’s needed. [university ready - white back ] This resource is part of the University Ready hub. Find more resources like this on the hub homepage....
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