FlexiLearn

Introducing FlexiLearn - the OU/UNISON Partnership answer to delivering short, flexible and interactive 'nuggets' of university level learning direct to UNISON members everywhere! 

Whether you are new to learning and looking to get a feel for what studying with the OU is like, or you are looking for continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, FlexiLearn has something for you. 

FlexiLearn is learning at your fingertips - brought alive using the latest media and interactive technologies and delivered directly to you by the OU/UNISON Partnership website!

Bites

Are you interested in sampling some OU learning but don't want to commit to studying a course just yet? Are you a Learning Rep looking to run a learning taster session and are unsure where to start? If so, the FlexiLearn Bite could be the answer - it's the perfect way to get a taste of OU learning.

Learning Library

Our on-line Learning Library is now open! 
Visit our brand new learning library for free, no-strings attached access to our FlexiLearn Bite materials.  We've got materials on topics from Education to Health and Social Care and a number of DIY bites that are perfect for building IT skills.
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Podcasts

FlexiLearn Podcasts are the perfect way to engage with the opinions of; the OU's academic experts, UNISON's Officers and Learning Reps and expert practitioners.  With a wide range of film clips, covering a variety of sectors and professions, there is no better way to stay up to date with views and opinions on the hot topics and debates affecting the delivery of public services in 2011.

Workshops

FlexiLearn workshops are the perfect way to deliver workbased CPD sessions to a local group of UNISON members.  If you'd like to explore the possibility of setting up a half or full day, facilitated workshop in your workplace or at your local UNISON branch, visit our Workshop section to find out how. You can also access the materials, including our bank of multi-media resources and trainer notes, to get a feel for what's involved.