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OU welcomes report seeking better deal for part-time learners

15 June 2020

The Open University welcomes a report by the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) which calls for better UK government support and improved access to adult learning to reboot the economy in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. The Long Game – How to reboot skills training for disadvantaged adults, published today (15 June 2020), highlights […]

Double honours for OU’s 50th anniversary campaign

10 June 2020

The Open University’s campaign to mark its 50th anniversary has achieved a second award, this time on an international scale. The campaign #OU50 has been recognised at the CASE (Council for Advancement and Support of Education) Circle of Excellence Awards 2020 where it was awarded Silver in the Year-Long Events category. It follows a win […]

Open University Law students join Freedom Law Clinic project researching the effects of Covid-19 on civil liberties

5 June 2020

Ten law students from The Open University are taking part in a four-week project that will consider the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on civil liberties. The ‘Civil Liberties in the Lockdown’ project is being run by the Freedom Law Clinic, which creates pro bono opportunities for students to access criminal appeal cases and offer […]

The Open University launches online domestic abuse resource as calls to domestic violence helplines soar during Covid-19 lockdown

4 June 2020

The Open University’s Open Justice team has collaborated with charity, Support Through Court to launch a free open online resource for learners, themed around domestic abuse. Its timely launch coincides with the rapid rise in numbers of people in domestic abuse situations seeking help during the UK lockdown. Support Through Court is a charity that […]

Extra OU free courses will boost Government’s skills initiative

2 June 2020

The Open University is adding to its suite of free courses on the UK Government’s website to help build skills in the wake of the pandemic and aid vital recovery efforts among employees and employers. From today (Tuesday June 2) two extra courses will go live on The Skills Toolkit platform and cover entry level […]

OU launches online teaching microcredential for “hasty pivot” to distance learning

22 May 2020

The Open University (OU), a world leader in flexible distance learning, has developed an Online Teaching microcredential to equip those teaching in higher or further education with the practical skills to successfully create online courses and teach adults online. The microcredential is open for enrolment now on leading social learning platform, FutureLearn.com, and teaching commences […]

OU’s OpenLearn joins forces with Money Saving Expert to launch its Academy of Money

21 May 2020

The Open University has partnered with the UK’s biggest consumer website, MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) to launch a free, six-part course, which will give the nation the skills and knowledge to master their finances. Prepared and written by the OU, with support and guidance from MSE, MSE’s Academy of Money will be available from today (21 May) on […]

New grant gives go-ahead for AI-adaptation of cyber security course

18 May 2020

The Open University has won a grant through the Nesta and Department for Education CareerTech Challenge which rewards innovative tech solutions with grant funding. Nesta, an innovation foundation, in partnership with the Department for Education, is supporting 11 organisations to develop digital solutions to improve adult learner motivation and career adaptability through online courses. Funded […]

OU partners with BBC to support the nation in maintaining good mental health

15 May 2020

The Open University has partnered with the BBC to co-produce a digital series to support maintaining good mental health during the pandemic lockdown. New content – featuring clips and illustrations – will be released daily to mark Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May), covering topics from toxic productivity to relationship tips. OU academics, Will Murcott, […]

Open University joins Government’s scheme to share free learning

28 April 2020

Free courses from The Open University (OU) will feature on a new online learning platform the UK Government is launching today (Tuesday April 28) to help boost the nation’s skills while people are staying at home. The Skills Toolkit has been launched today by Education Secretary Gavin Williamson to give people access to free, top […]

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