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OU funds first psychological resources for organisations hub

A hub that will offer psychological resources to organisations and employees to help them to manage the effects of COVID-19 has been launched.

16th June 2021
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Evidence about one of the oldest craters on the Moon

An international team of researchers from the UK, Canada, Sweden and Australia have provided the first sample-based evidence, which they argue reflects the age of the Serenitatis Basin – one of the oldest craters on the Moon.

14th June 2021
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Research into the benefits of music for healing

An OU academic has received funding to research the benefits of music for health.

28th May 2021
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Launch of OU-led Oxford-Cambridge Arc report on space

The latest report by the Oxford-Cambridge Arc Universities Group illustrates the significant potential of its contribution to the UK space sector.

27th May 2021
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OU education research shapes children’s books initiative for Morrisons

Research into education at the OU has helped to launch Morrisons’ Children’s Little Library in stores across England, Wales and Scotland.

18th May 2021
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Researching OU students and COVID-19

A project has been funded to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on students at the OU.

18th May 2021
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Race and Ethnicity Hub launched

A short film is being produced to investigate race-related health issues, in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

18th May 2021
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Improving children’s wellbeing with picture fiction

A project, funded by the OU, is developing resources for teachers and parents to help them support children’s wellbeing.

18th May 2021
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Funding for Open Centre for Languages and Cultures

The Open Centre for Languages and Culture launched in October 2020, providing short courses which cover general linguistic and intercultural communication skills and specific industry-related support.

17th May 2021
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Open digital badges for teacher development

The Open University's Dr Simon Cross has been working with partners in India to establish the role for open digital badges in teacher professional development during a future with COVID-19.

17th May 2021

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