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Society, Politics & Law
Inequality: Have your say
Does the pursuit of growth increase inequality? How much inequality is too much inequality? Take an interactive tour through the different positions on these matters in our fictional country Economica, and have your say!
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Nature & Environment
Earth Day on OpenLearn
The first Earth Day on 22 April 1970 activated 20 million people from all walks of life to do their bit to protect our planet. More than 50 years on, it is estimated that one billion people worldwide will engage in this year’s Earth Day.
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Languages
French for travel: Test your skills
Test your French language skills as you immerse yourself on an interactive journey through France.
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History & The Arts
Behind The Reputation
In this interactive, you’ll uncover the real people behind the icons. Does the reality of the life of Van Gogh, Queen Elizabeth I and Charles Dickens match up with their reputation?
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Science, Maths & Technology
Geology toolkit
Discover the unique landscape of Great Britain and Ireland with our interactive Geology Toolkit, featuring a geology timeline, rock analyser, rock cycle, landscape features and safety tips.
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Society, Politics & Law
The secret life of T-shirts
Explore the secret life of T-shirts as we look deeper into how they are made, how the value is created and who benefits from this value.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Engineering your dream career
Imagine spending time working on the things you love. Discover engineering careers which match your passions in this short interactive experience on women in engineering.
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History & The Arts
Ramadan Mubarak!
The holy month of Ramadan, determined by the lunar cycle, runs from 17th February - 18th March this year. Discover how this isn't just a time for abstaining but a time for celebration while showing devotion to Islam.
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History & The Arts
What can philosophy tell us about race?
Categorising human beings into races has had, and continues to have, an enormous impact on people’s lives. Many societies have been shaped by racial divisions and racial discrimination. Race continues to affect people’s experiences and personal identities today. This free course, What can philosophy tell us about race?, will introduce you to ...
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Society, Politics & Law
The shops that make us buy
What tricks of the trade do shops employ to make us dig deep into our pockets and spend our hard-earned cash?
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Do you have a photographic memory?
Can you hold an image in your mind by just looking at it for a brief amount of time? Try our photographic memory test and see whether you have eidetic memory.
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History & The Arts
Ten top tips for writing a novel
Got a novel bursting to get out? These tips from novelist and lecturer Sally O'Reilly may surprise you...