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Scottish courts and the law free course icon level 1: introductory icon Badge icon

Society, Politics & Law

Scottish courts and the law

This free course, Scottish courts and the law, explores the role, function and purpose of the courts in Scotland and their relationship with the law. You consider the way in which cases come to court, the difference between the criminal and civil justice systems, the separation of powers, how individuals may become involved with the court ...

Free course
24 hrs
Revisiting Red Clydeside: 'Bloody Friday': The Battle of George Square, Glasgow, 1919 article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Revisiting Red Clydeside: 'Bloody Friday': The Battle of George Square, Glasgow, 1919

On January 31st 1919 a violent confrontation between the police and striking Glasgow workers took place in George Square. 100 years on, this collection explores the events that lead to 'Bloody Friday' and the legacies of the Red Clydeside period.

Article
1 hr
The poetry of Sorley MacLean free course icon level 3: advanced icon

History & The Arts

The poetry of Sorley MacLean

Sorley MacLean (1911-1996) is regarded as one of the greatest Scottish poets of the twentieth century. This free course, The poetry of Sorley MacLean, will introduce you to his poetry and give you an insight into the cultural, historical and political contexts that inform his work. MacLean wrote in Gaelic and the importance of the language to ...

Free course
10 hrs
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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.

Activity
15 mins
Jury Hub Conversation: Hayley Ness, Lee Curley article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Jury Hub Conversation: Hayley Ness, Lee Curley

Why does jury research matter? How can jurors and judges prepare for their tasks? What are the challenges of jury research?Hayley Ness talks to Lee Curley.

Article
25 mins
The Open University and Children in Scotland learning portal article icon

Education & Development

The Open University and Children in Scotland learning portal

We are delighted to welcome you to this learning portal created in partnership between The Open University (OU) and Children in Scotland.

Article
5 mins
John Napier free course icon level 2: intermediate icon

Science, Maths & Technology

John Napier

This free course looks at Scotsman John Napier (1550-1617) and his invention which radically altered the course of mathematics. Napier dabbled in mathematics for over 40 years and near the end of his life he introduced his tables of logarithms which drastically reduced the work needed to do complicated calculations, such as those required in ...

Free course
3 hrs
Your journey of learning and discovery with us article icon

Education & Development

Your journey of learning and discovery with us

If you’re reading this article, it means you’re about to embark on an exciting journey of learning and discovery with us.

Article
5 mins
Working mothers in Scotland's railways article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Working mothers in Scotland's railways

Nicola Parker spoke to three working mothers in the Scottish railway industry, including her mum, to find out what has changed since her mum joined the industry.

Article
5 mins
Care before profit: working as a cleaner in a care home during the Covid-19 pandemic article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Care before profit: working as a cleaner in a care home during the Covid-19 pandemic

Workers in the care sector, both public and private, were at the forefront in the fight against COVID-19 following the outbreak across Scotland in early 2020. Jacky Yuill was part of that fight and shares her story

Article
5 mins
Bus driver, social worker and university lecturer, a personal, professional and political journey article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Bus driver, social worker and university lecturer, a personal, professional and political journey

Lynn Sheridan has campaigned for social justice throughout her life. Here she shares with us how it all started, her personal journey and what continues to motivate her

Article
5 mins
Fighting hard while flying high: the personal story of a BA cabin crew trade unionist article icon

Society, Politics & Law

Fighting hard while flying high: the personal story of a BA cabin crew trade unionist

Gail Sheridan reflects on 25 years as a member of BA cabin crew, her trade union activism and involvement in major disputes with the airline

Article
5 mins