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Information security
Information security underpins the commercial viability and profitability of enterprises of all sizes and the effectiveness of public sector organisations. This free course begins by explaining why information security and its management are important for any modern organisation and to every individual. You need to be familiar with an ...
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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 ...
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Everyday maths 1 (Wales)
This free course will develop and improve your essential maths skills for work, study and everyday life. The course has four sessions, which cover the following topics: numbers, measurement, shapes and space, and handling data. There will be plenty of examples to help you progress, together with opportunities to practise your understanding. A...
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Practising systems thinking in practice (STiP)
This free course provides a postgraduate level introduction to systems thinking in practice, or STiP. Systems thinking in practice itself has a long history and has developed from many different disciplinary traditions and used many different techniques and approaches, but all based on viewing complex situations as systems. The ideas about ...
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Does the universe have a heartbeat? The science of cosmic connection
On Valentine’s Day, we focus on hearts, connection, and the promise of a fresh start. But did you know space has its own versions? From a giant red heart made of gas to a frozen dwarf planet that endlessly renews itself, discover the science behind the enduring cycles of the cosmos.
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Measure the speed of light with your microwave
But did you know that a humble kitchen staple can do more than reheat leftovers? With a bar of chocolate and a stationary turntable, you can actually measure the speed of light using your microwave.
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STEM postgraduate research
This content hub highlights the diverse range of topics explored by postgraduate research students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) at The Open University.
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Systems Thinking Hub
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ThrustWSH education hub
In this hub you will find free learning resources related to the ThrustWSH water speed record project