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History & The Arts
Nos Galan Gaeaf: the traditional Welsh celebration being eclipsed by modern Halloween
From bonfires to bobbing apples, explore how Welsh people have celebrated Nos Galan Gaeaf through the centuries and how it is linked to Halloween.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Making connections in end-of-life conversations: essential tips for professionals
Patient preference in end-of-life conversations can depend on multiple factors; this article and animation offer guidance for health and social care professionals.
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Society, Politics & Law
How a new First Minister of Wales is appointed
An overview of what happens when it’s time to appoint a new First Minister of Wales, who leads the Welsh Government.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Improving patient, family and colleague witnesses’ experiences of Fitness to Practise proceedings
This evidence-based course provides learning about the Fitness to Practise process and being a witness.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Abortion stigma and the workplace
There is almost no prior scholarship on abortions as a workplace issue. A recent survey provides some insights on this topic and suggestions for workplaces.
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OpenLearn Cymru Wales
About OpenLearn Wales
A collection of free online educational resources developed and curated by The Open University in Wales.
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Education & Development
Volunteering in the education sector
Ever thought about volunteering in education? Read stories from OU staff on why they volunteer, what it means and how others can get involved.
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Education & Development
Volunteering with a personal or professional focus
Have you considered using your professional skills or personal experiences to volunteer and develop your skills further? Read stories from OU staff on why they volunteer, what it means and how others can get involved.
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Education & Development
Volunteering in the community
Volunteering in the community can have a big impact. Read stories from OU staff on why they volunteer, what it means and how others can get involved.
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Education & Development
Evolutions in Education: The OU Education Conference
Welcome to the Evolutions in Education collection!
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Society, Politics & Law
Diary of a new Life Peer
In 2024, Carmen Smith became the youngest person ever to be appointed as a life peer in the House of Lords, as Baroness Smith of Llanfaes. Here, she recounts what being nominated and then taking up her seat was like. What did the process involve? Who did she meet along the way? And what does she hope to accomplish as a member of the House of Lords?
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Science, Maths & Technology
Understanding autism
Learn about autism, one of the most challenging long-term conditions of the century. This 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 ...