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Science, Maths & Technology
Understanding systems thinking in practice (STiP)
With media and political attention given to systemic failure, systems thinking is increasingly advocated as an alternative way of managing human interventions associated with socio-economic and environmental development. So what is systems thinking? Why might systems approaches provide better support for strategic planning? Moreover, how might ...
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Algorithmic Design
This course explores the creative potential of designing with algorithms. This is part of the new BDes Design qualification at The Open University. Learn to think algorithmically and tweak code to create your own wallpaper patterns and be part of contemporary design practices. Through hands-on graphical experimentation using p5.js JavaScript, ...
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Science, Maths & Technology
Wild Weather Kitchen Experiments: Avalanches
Ever wondered how avalanches occur? This video reveals the science behind this natural disaster.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Wild Weather Kitchen Experiments: Dust Storms
Cook up a (dust) storm in your own home by participating in this mini science experiment.
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Wild Weather Kitchen Experiments: Tornadoes
Simulate a tornado by watching this short instructional video and understand how this violent whirldwind forms.
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Wild Weather Kitchen Experiments
Watch these short videos investigating extreme weather and you can even try to recreate an avalanche, dust storm, flood or tornado for yourself!
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Wild Weather Kitchen Experiments: Floods
Create your own mini flood model and unleash the devastation wreaked by lots of rain by following the steps in this video.
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Society, Politics & Law
Systems Thinking Hub
Welcome! Check out our fantastic range of FREE resources on systems thinking in practice.
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Nature & Environment
When is the best time to water during a heatwave?
The sun is out, the sky is blue; there's not a cloud to spoil the view and have you seen what that's doing to the herbaceous border? Botanist Alastair Culham explains how to make the most of watering as Britain continues to experience a hot spell.
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Systems thinking in practice heuristic and 5 systems approaches
An animated overview of five system approaches – system dynamics, viable system model, strategic options development and analysis, soft systems methodology, and critical systems heuristics.
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Introduction to quantum computing
Quantum computing is a developing field with enormous potential societal and economic impact. In the future, quantum computers will enable us to solve a range of complex problems that are currently intractable, potentially revolutionising key sectors including medicine, finance and the pharmaceutical industry. In this free course you will learn ...
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Education & Development
Building Science and Technology Diplomacy Skills through CARE–KNOW–DO
Science and technology diplomacy are essential skills for navigating a complex, interconnected world. This article explores how the CARE–KNOW–DO framework helps educators and young people develop the values, knowledge, and actions needed to shape global solutions and tackle pressing challenges, from climate change to AI governance.