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Corporate Governance Essentials: From Theory to Practice
This free course offers an in-depth exploration of corporate governance, tailored specifically for management students. Beginning with fundamental concepts, the book covers the evolution of corporate governance, key principles, and the roles of various stakeholders. It delves into the regulatory frameworks, ethical considerations, and the impact of global practices. Special attention is given to contemporary issues and challenges, with case studies illustrating both failures and successes in corporate governance. The book aims to equip students with the knowledge and understanding necessary to navigate the complexities of corporate governance in the modern business world, fostering a comprehensive and practical approach to ethical and effective corporate leadership.
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15 hrs
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Copyright: Pavel Kogut
Better together: Citizen science and digital tools to improve air quality policy
A comprehensive guide and learning resource on how to drive sustainable change in smart cities using innovative, citizen-led urban sensing
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5 hrs
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Copyright: Tobe Amadi
Digital Accessibility for Academic Libraries: Optimising Primo VE
This free online course from the Open University Library teaches academic libraries how to make their Primo VE library search tool accessible to everyone.
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3 hrs
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TESSA Share - PartaTESSA
This area, TESSA Share - PartaTESSA, provides the TESSA community to share the materials that they have adapted from Open Educational Resources (OER).Cette section, TESSA Share - PartaTESSA, offre à la communauté TESSA un espace dans lequel partager les adaptations de Ressources Éducatives Libres (REL)
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1 hr
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Copyright: Ana Fabjan
Trustworthy and Democratic AI - Fundamentals
Welcome to the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) – a realm where machines and algorithms seamlessly blend with our daily lives, shaping the future in ways unimaginable just a few years ago. AI is everywhere, from the personalized recommendations on your favorite streaming platform to the voice-activated virtual assistants simplifying your tasks. It's revolutionizing healthcare, optimizing logistics, and even contributing to scientific breakthroughs. However, as AI continues to evolve, so does the imperative for it to be explainable, fair, and transparent.
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10 hrs
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Wikimedia Deutschland. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 under Creative Commons - ShareAlike 3.0 International
Introduction to Open Educational Resources - A Global Approach towards Inclusive Collaboration
The course is intended to enhance your understanding of the power and potential of Open Educational Resources. It is suitable for a wide range of people, including educators and learners from multiple sectors, settings and countries.
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10 hrs
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Copyright: Boglarka Amrein Tamasne Miskolczi
Bird-human cooperation systems
Innovation of sustainable production systems based on cooperation with birds.
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16 hrs
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Copyright: Liliia Kanunnikova/123rf
Sustainable pedagogies
This free course focuses on the central role education can and should play in a world that needs to live more sustainably.
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24 hrs
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Copyright: OU and Partners
English Medium Education and Gender Equality (EMEGen) Open Educational Resources
OER to support teachers in their practice regarding the impact of English as Medium of Education on gender equality
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15 hrs
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Introduction to Privacy Engineering
This course introduces software professionals to privacy considerations in the development lifecycle, exploring both technical details and cultural, ethical, and legal aspects.
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24+ hrs
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PACE EXTRA Guest Speaker Series (Graduate School)
A series of interactive expert talks on academic and professional communication that complement the Open University’s Graduate School PACE programme.
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16 hrs
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Copyright: Britt Permian Design, Children Caring on the Move Project
Practising with care in mind: Learning from professionals and Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children
This course explores the use of reflexive practice in relation to care with Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) and separated/lone migrant young people.
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10 hrs
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SFIA Fundamentals - 10 min Quiz
This quiz develops understanding and awareness of the key elements and principles of SFIA - an industry-led skills and competence framework. This quiz was developed in a collaboration between the SFIA Foundation and the Open University, and is published by the SFIA Foundation.
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1 hr
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Copyright: Faten Mostafa Hatem
"I'm Not the Stereotype" Stories: Using Art to Achieve Deep Diversity
The article introduces ways that art can evidently achieve more than conventional ways of setting agendas and policies for inclusion on its own. It presents various examples that were found successfully communicative to embrace our differences. Finally, through the art of storytelling, a series of one-minute real-life stories are told to break down a range of biases that tend to be negative.
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Naveen Chandra under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Introduction to Cloud Computing
This material will provide the students basic understanding about cloud, cloud architecture, cloud services, cloud deployment models, cloud characteristics, cloud advantages & disadvantages and how one can migrate over the cloud.
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5 hrs
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Fundamentals of Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) Modeling
This free course on the Fundamentals of Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) Modeling provides a practical, hands-on and intuitive introduction to CGE models.
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24+ hrs
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Basil Jacob under Public domain license
CSR for the workplace and beyond !
This course provides individuals or organisations that choose to undertake it a first glance at some of the main topics in Corporate Social Responsibility such as Economy, Environment, Philanthropy and Ethics.
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1 hr
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Roland Unger under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Visitor Management Plan for Al-Manial Palace in Cairo
This article discusses Visitor Management Plan for The Manial Palace. It begins with introducing the site composition and then introducing the significance of the site including the cultural and natural values and attributes. The vision and mission were also presented as well as the suggestions to involve the stakeholders. In addition, important information and illustrations regarding the types of visitors and the sensitive/fragile areas of the site were included. The development suggestions were made in different aspects such as the tools and strategies that best fit the site context, visit route that best suits the strategies, interpretation program/ activities, visitor risk management program and carrying capacity issues. In the end, a conclusion was presented to summarize the main ideas.
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Faten Hatem under Public domain license
The Berlin Wall in Germany as a Ruin
This article discusses different aspects of The Berlin Wall in Germany as a ruin. It starts by introducing the site composition and then introduces the history of the wall including the construction and fall of the wall. The causes of the state of ruin are presented and then the history of memorial and preservation including the intervention of reconstruction (where it occurred), changes in form, material and function, and changes made by the reconstruction of the site. It also examines where reconstruction has not occurred, the measures taken to protect the ruin and development of the site. In addition, discussions and arguments analysis have been made discussing what the historians said about the memorial and the results of the arguments. In the end, the opinion on the development of the site is presented as a suggestion for further enhancement of the site.
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Andy Aitchison under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Search and rescue of refugees at sea
This course aims to introduce you to international laws that govern maritime search and rescue and examine issues of wellbeing which might arise from working with traumatised people.
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4 hrs
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under Public domain license
Biomimicry for a Sustainable World: Part 1
This course helps to promote biomimicry in all practices on the planet. Explore its significance, and examples of its implementation in different disciplines, in addition to how can you help the planet be more sustainable in your own sector.
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5 hrs
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Bounce back: How positive psychology can give a post-pandemic boost to your family’s wellbeing
This free introductory course is for anyone who is interested in learning more about practical ways to improve wellbeing, particularly whilst recovering from the effects of the pandemic. It is particularly useful for parents and carers interested in learning new ways to support their own and their children’s mental health and happiness.
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5 hrs
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Angela Coe under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Are you ready for S831?
Are you ready for S831? is a web-based set of diagnostic self-assessment questions for prospective students of this Masters level Environmental science module.
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2 hrs
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Rebecca Genin under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Comprehensive Video Guide to Final Cut Pro From Scratch
Whether you're just starting out, or you've been editing videos for years, our bite-sized tutorials will guide you through the fundamentals of Final Cut Pro. Brought to you by Pixel Film Studios.
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10 hrs
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Mark Olweny under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Basic Principles in Climatic Design
This course is designed to give you an overview of the basic principles for climate and comfort in buildings.
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2 hrs
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Sergio Palao under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Alimentation à faible impact climatique 1/2
Ce cours transmet les compétences de base pour engager une réduction de l’impact climatique de son alimentation de façon pérenne et personnalisée.
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16 hrs
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Copyright: Christina Davis
Prospective Academic Mentor Training
The Academic Mentor training will provide an overview of the program, including discussing roles, tools, and skills of a mentor.
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3 hrs
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Migration and the inclusive growth of Africa’s economies
This free course looks at the nature of rising migration to ask how migrant entrepreneurship contributes to the growth and development of Africa’s economies.
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12 hrs
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Adeline Berry under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 3.0 International
Learn about intersex
This course introduces learners to intersex and explains what intersex means. It looks at a couple of intersex figures from history before explaining the current medical model of intersex care and how it came about. The course then goes on to look at how early decisions made in medical settings can affect intersex people throughout the rest of their lives. The course ends with suggestions on how changes might be made to achieve better outcomes for intersex people.
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1 hr
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Copyright: The Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland
Discover Digital Guide: your health and wellbeing
A course to help people use and navigate digital health, care and wellbeing tools and services.
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5 hrs
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Anne-Cecile Perret under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Mooc2Move : le français pour l'université / French for university
Il n’est pas toujours facile de s’intégrer dans le système universitaire d’un autre pays, faire les démarches administratives, savoir comment s’adresser aux enseignant.e.s et au personnel administratif, comprendre les cours et les outils utilisés… tout ça en français ! Le Mooc2Move vous guidera et vous accompagnera dans votre vie étudiante en France.
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24 hrs
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Copyright: The QualiChain project
Decentralising Education Using Blockchain Technology
This free course explores the different aspects of education and lifelong learning that are affected by decentralisation and Blockchain technology.
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2 hrs
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Lucy Dablin under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Sustainable Supply Chains
This course explores the topic of sustainability and supply chains.
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1 hr
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Francesca Horn under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
PEAS School Leadership Development Training
To equip participants with the skills to be confident and effective School Leaders.
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5 hrs
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Copyright: Sharvan Garg
Introduction to Programming in C
This e-Content helps learners to learn the basics of programming become comfortable with introductory programming.
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5 hrs
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OU and partners under Creative Commons - ShareAlike 3.0 International
Girls' Access to Education (GATE) Sierra Leone
GATE (GEC) seeks to support marginalized girls and children with disabilities to reach their learning potential and transition from primary to secondary education and beyond.The Open University, together with its partners, is helping young women who have dropped out of school pass their secondary exam and become primary school teachers and role models for school girls.
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24 hrs
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Marina Lodigiani under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Racconta e conta, le avventure di Cifrino
Indicazioni strategiche per rendere piacevole ed incisiva la scoperta della matematica in classe prima (scuola primaria).
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10 hrs
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Demelza Dachtler under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Welsh Levels of Care E-Learning Program
This e-learning program has been created to help NHS Wales staff learn about the Welsh Levels of Care guidance and how to apply the guidance in practice to assess patient acuity.
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3 hrs
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Doris Boman under Creative Commons - ShareAlike 3.0 International
Business Science Vs Data Science: What is the difference?
What data does a business need and what specialization should one choose today in order to become a sought-after specialist in a company of any direction? A common answer is Data Science. But it is not so.
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Elizabeth Jenner under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Voice and Communication Change
This course is designed to provide an overview of both fundamental and specific aspects of voice and communication change for trans and non-binary people. We will start with an overview of fundamental aspects of safe voice and communication exploration, including breath support, vocal hygiene and vocal anatomy. We will then delve deeper into the specific aspects that make up our authentic voice and communication, including:pitchresonanceintonationvolumearticulationnon-verbal communicationlanguage use and style
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3 hrs
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Copyright: UNICEF
UNICEF Global Resource Packages for remote learning
In response to the challenge to education systems presented by the global COVID-19 pandemic, UNICEF has created a set of seven Resource Packs about remote learning. The packs are designed to support government officials, staff in UNICEF and other UN agencies, as well as national and international implementing agencies tasked with designing and implementing effective remote learning opportunities for children in development and humanitarian contexts.
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24+ hrs
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Frank Kane under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture and Precision Aquaculture
In this course, you will learn about Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) and Precision Aquaculture. It describes the concept of IMTA, its benefits, and challenges, as well as the practises and technological tools to successfully manage and monitor an IMTA farm. This knowledge is widened with key aspects of the sustainability, and socio-economic impact of IMTA. This course is based on the work of the H2020 IMPAQT project, and throughout this course, the project team shares their knowledge, results, and outputs achieved.
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8 hrs
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Andrea Berardi under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Grassroots Visual Storytelling
This course is about empowering people to create their own radically hopeful, uplifting stories of community food growing during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond.
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20 hrs
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Melina Verger under Public domain license
Brain
Un cours non exhaustif pour faire un tour à l'intérieur du cerveau.
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1 hr
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Copyright: Glen Darby
Take your training online
Principles and tips for moving training online, what is distinctive to delivering training online and how to improve the quality of online training.
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8 hrs
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Anika Srivastava under Creative Commons - 3.0 International
Middle to High School Preparation
This program is designed for students who are approaching high school and would like to feel more prepared. It consists of learning about the different types of high school classes (on-level, AP, IB, dual-credit), study habits, understanding GPA + rank, and more!
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5 hrs
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Oliver Drake under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Getting an Academic Job in the UK
How to get an academic job in the UK
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Oliver Drake under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Ways UK Universities Can Recruit More BAME Staff Into Academic and Non-academic Roles
Practical steps for the Higher Education sector in recruiting more BAME candidates into academic and non-academic roles.
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Liam O'Brien under Creative Commons - NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 International
Multilingualism, Mental Health and Psychological Therapy
Welcome to this introductory training resource about multilingualism and mental health. The resource is for trainee and qualified counsellors, psychotherapists, supervisors, psychological wellbeing practitioners, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, mental health nurses, social workers, family therapists, interpreters and anyone else interested in multilingualism and mental health. The resource consists of an introduction and ten sections. The first eight sections are about a trainee therapist, Frankie, who is feeling de-skilled and lost when dealing with his current clients. The sections contain filmed extracts of dramatised sequences from therapy cases, introduced and/or followed by exercises and questions. Section 9 contains two filmed extracts of a different scenario. Section 10 contains a summary, evaluation and review. The resource can be used on its own, or as an introduction to the issues of identity, emotional expression and trauma for multilingual clients and practitioners.
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10 hrs
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