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Introduction to ecosystems
Science, Maths & Technology

Introduction to ecosystems

...World Heritage Site...Week 6: Fragile ecosystems: 1 Gorillas and tourism - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda was formed in an attempt to protect the jungle in the area, one of Africa’s richest ecosystems, from human activities. Initially it was preserved in a hostile way, with local residents forcibly evicted and barred from future entry into the park. This...
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Level 1: Introductory 12 hrs
Language in the real world
Languages

Language in the real world

...world, explains and illustrates why a knowledge about how language works (i.e. ‘linguistics’) is helpful – some might say essential – for different aspects of our everyday lives. It provides an introduction to ideas around what language is and to the field of Applied Linguistics, which is dedicated to exploring and addressing situations where language plays a...
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Level 3: Advanced 6 hrs
Introducing the Classical world
History & The Arts

Introducing the Classical world

...world of the ancient Romans and Greeks? This free course, Introducing the Classical world, will provide you with an insight into the Classical world by introducing you to the various sources of information used by scholars to draw together an image of this fascinating period of history...How do we learn about the world of the ancient Romans and Greeks? This free course,...
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Level 2: Intermediate 20 hrs
Icarus: entering the world of myth
History & The Arts

Icarus: entering the world of myth

...world of myth, will introduce you to one of the best-known myths from classical antiquity and its various re-tellings in later periods. You will begin by examining how the Icarus story connects with a number of other ancient myths, such as that of Theseus and the Minotaur. You will then be guided through an in-depth reading of Icarus’ story as told by the Roman poet...
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Level 2: Intermediate 3 hrs
Intermediate German: The world of work
Languages

Intermediate German: The world of work

...world of work, concentrates on developing cultural knowledge and practical language skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing and interacting in a variety of situations. The course will be of interest to anyone who wants to improve their language skills in order to communicate more easily and effectively in German. It focuses on talking about and reflecting on work...
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Level 2: Intermediate 8 hrs
The First World War: trauma and memory
History & The Arts

The First World War: trauma and memory

...World War: trauma and memory, you will study the subject of physical and mental trauma, its treatments and its representation. You will focus not only on the trauma experienced by combatants but also the effects of the First World War on civilian populations...The First World War was a war of unprecedented scale and brutality, with countless casualties. It also left a...
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Level 1: Introductory 9 hrs
Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world Badge icon
Digital & Computing

Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world

...world. Explore key skills such as managing your digital identity, staying safe, finding reliable information, and maintaining digital well-being — all while developing a critical, reflective approach to life online...This free course, Digital skills: succeeding in a digital world, will develop your confidence and skills for life online, whether study, work or everyday...
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Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Social construction and social constructionism
Society, Politics & Law

Social construction and social constructionism

...world in which we live and in particular the ways in which welfare is organised. And so the starting point is a very questioning one, that as part of this approach one needs to not take things for granted, to be as sceptical stranger, to ask lots of questions and to step back and say well, people say this about welfare or they make these statements about who needs welfare...
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Level 2: Intermediate 1 hr