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Society, Politics & Law
Sacred and secular: Silvio Ferrari
This video looks at the problems connected to religious freedom and the imbalanced protection of religion within the secular state.
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.
Society, Politics & Law
Sut mae penodi Prif Weinidog newydd i Gymru
Trosolwg o’r hyn sy’n digwydd pan ddaw’n amser penodi Prif Weinidog newydd Cymru, sy’n arwain Llywodraeth Cymru.
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.
Society, Politics & Law
International Women's Day
International Women's Day celebrates the achievements of women to raise awareness about gender equality, so we've put together some of our top FREE resources about women's history and gender equality. This year the theme is #InspireInclusion, to help forge a more inclusive world.
History & The Arts
World Day of Social Justice
20th February is the World Day of Social Justice. Find out more with our FREE resources...
Education & Development
The Open University and SWAP Learning Hub
The site, a partnership between The Open University in Scotland and the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP), brings together introductory level OpenLearn courses relevant to students studying SWAP courses. SWAP students can find courses that offer new topics to explore, build on their study with SWAP, and help prepare for further study at ...
Society, Politics & Law
Understanding PCSO powers
Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) play a vital role in modern policing. They often serve as the primary point of contact for communities to report concerns and share information. In this free course, you’ll explore the powers that PCSOs in England and Wales use in their daily duties, their role in supporting response policing, and the ...
Society, Politics & Law
Jury Hub Conversation: Hannah Fawcett, Matt Brooks, Hayley Ness
Hayley Ness discusses the psychological aspects of participating in jury duty with Hannah Fawcett and Matt Brooks, researchers from Manchester Metropolitan University.
Society, Politics & Law
Jury Hub Conversation: Lee Curley, Dr Itiel Dror
Lee Curley and Dr Itiel Dror discuss the myths of expert infallibility, the nature and effect of biases, and how certain approaches can either mitigate bias - or amplify it.
Society, Politics & Law
Reflective practice as self-care: recognising the mental health needs of sexual offence investigators
How can police officers express their emotional experiences of dealing with sexual violence cases? This article looks at mental health in policing.
Society, Politics & Law
What does it mean to be trauma informed in practice?
What trauma informed actions and behaviours should police officers and others who work in the emergency services display? This article looks at the concept of trauma informed practice.