Historical OU TV and Radio

The Open University has produced a number of series to inform students and a wider audience about the University. Series such as 'Open Forum' and 'Countdown to the OU' covered various topics such as methods of teaching, information about modules and guidance on areas such as summer schools. The OU Digital Archive Historical Television and Radio collection includes a small sample of the archive. The collection will grow as more contents are added.

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video record for Open Forum 02(1974) Open Forum 02(1974)News round-up followed by interview with delegates to the British Council course on the Open...
video record for Open Forum 48 1979 Open Forum 48 1979Open Forum programme titled "Don't Be a Drop Out", including interviews with OU staff and students...
video record for Open Forum 06(1972) Open Forum 06(1972)Four producers examine different faculties use of television and the TV components are discussed...
video record for Open Forum 22(1977) : OUSA today and tomorrow Open Forum 22(1977) : OUSA today and tomorrowA look at the development of and present and future concerns of OUSA.
video record for Open Forum 105(1985) : learning while you work Open Forum 105(1985) : learning while you workThe role of multi-media open learning systems as an aid to professional updating and retraining of...
video record for Open Forum 51(1980) : costs and fees Open Forum 51(1980) : costs and feesThe programme looks at the Open University's financial situation in view of the cut backs necessary...
video record for Open Forum 06(1975) Open Forum 06(1975)Open Day at Walton Hall and a look at Wayne State University in Detroit which show similarities...
video record for Open Forum 61(1980) : adult education under siege? Open Forum 61(1980) : adult education under siege?This is a re-edit of of Open Forum 53 & 56
video record for Learning landscapes Learning landscapesThis video illustrates how the Open Library can help OU staff and students locate the information...
video record for Demonstration Programme 1974: teaching science at The Open University. Part 1: Who do we Teach? Demonstration Programme 1974: teaching science at The Open University. Part 1: Who do we Teach?
video record for Open Forum 130(1988) Open Forum 130(1988)A look at the new proposals for classifying universities for funds for research and looking to see...
video record for Open Forum 63(1981) : towards a final abyss? Open Forum 63(1981) : towards a final abyss?Mike Pentz's career is briefly outlined by his host at Imperial College, London, Professor Franz...
video record for Open Forum (1989) : June Open Forum (1989) : JuneRound-up of University and education items in the news for June. Kent County Council invest in a...
video record for Open late 3 : getting it right Open late 3 : getting it right
video record for Presentation Promo Presentation PromoThis short programme begins with some interviews which promote the Open University Regional Centres...
video record for KMi Concept Tape KMi Concept TapeThis programme has a clip from a 1994 virtual summer school and projects a future scenario where a...
video record for Open Forum 40(1979) : the Prime Minister James Callaghan meets OU graduates Open Forum 40(1979) : the Prime Minister James Callaghan meets OU graduatesExtracts from the Prime Minister's visit to the Open University to meet new graduates, including...
video record for Open Forum 37(1978) : OUSA debate 1981 Open Forum 37(1978) : OUSA debate 1981The Open debate at Open Day on whether students are an embarassment to the University.
video record for Open Forum 56(1980) : talking it through Open Forum 56(1980) : talking it throughBrian Groombridge chairs a discussion about his ideas on adult education, which he expounded in...
video record for Open Forum 85(1983) : The OUSA Lecture 1983 ; Can broadcasting educate? Open Forum 85(1983) : The OUSA Lecture 1983 ; Can broadcasting educate?Don Gratton's Lecture comprises: a review of recent changes in broadcasting and video technology,...
video preview image for The OpenScience Laboratory The OpenScience LaboratoryThe OpenScience Lab (OSL) is the OU's online laboratory for practical science teaching that is open...
video record for Football Promo Football PromoShort promotional video for The Open University featuring a professional footballer studying with...
video preview image for Open Forum 69(1981) : building for partnership Open Forum 69(1981) : building for partnershipA detailed look at the facilities of the new BBC Production Centre, at Walton Hall, including...
video preview image for Open Forum 18A(1977) Open Forum 18A(1977)An examination of the OU armed forces scheme in Germany, shot in Rheindalen and Bickfield
video preview image for Home experiment kits Home experiment kitsShort promotional video showing the construction of Home Experiment Kits to be posted out in summer...
video preview image for Open Forum 08(1972) : general assembly Open Forum 08(1972) : general assemblyOpen Forum at the general assembly.
video preview image for Open Forum 79(1982) : class: an historical approach Open Forum 79(1982) : class: an historical approachIn this Open Lecture at the London Regional Office Arthur Marwick explains how the historian can...
video record for Countdown to the Open University 2(1983) Countdown to the Open University 2(1983)Advice on using course units; an excerpt from a tutorial; advice on assignments and exams;...
video preview image for Open Forum 4 1976 Open Forum 4 1976Examines the assignment system: its purpose and the problems it causes. Ends with Harold Wilson's...
video preview image for Open Forum 78(1982) : solving dotty problems Open Forum 78(1982) : solving dotty problemsAn Open Lecture by Robin Wilson about the usefulness of graph theory.
video preview image for Conversations : an interview with the Vice Chancellor 1972 Conversations : an interview with the Vice Chancellor 1972Charles A Wedemeyer in conversation with the Vice Chancellor Walter Perry and Walter James.
video preview image for OU Visitors OU VisitorsThis programme looks at some former students of the O.U. and their views on studying with the O.U.
video preview image for Open Forum 3 (1975): From Walton Hall Open Forum 3 (1975): From Walton HallThe first edition of Open Forum that was broadcast in colour. A brief look at areas of the Walton...
video preview image for Open Campus 1(1995) Open Campus 1(1995)Extracts of degree awards and speeches at the installation of Betty Boothroyd as 4th Chancellor of...
video preview image for Countdown to the Open University 3 (1983) Countdown to the Open University 3 (1983)A look at summer schools. Advice about good study habits. The Open University student's year....
video preview image for Open Forum 09B(1973) Open Forum 09B(1973)The Graduation ceremony at Alexandra Palace.
video preview image for Open Forum 60 (1980) : a Vice-Chancellor and a half: a profile of Lord Perry of Walton Open Forum 60 (1980) : a Vice-Chancellor and a half: a profile of Lord Perry of WaltonA portrait of Lord Perry including film of him at work in Walton Hall and footage of important...
video record for Mathematics in action - logic and the computer 10: the future Mathematics in action - logic and the computer 10: the futureThis video looks at the Turing machine and how it forms the basis of computers and asks what the...
video record for Open Forum 32(1978) : preparing for summer schools Open Forum 32(1978) : preparing for summer schoolsThe programme tries to give students some impressions and reassurances concerning the forthcoming...
video record for Open Forum 120(1987) Open Forum 120(1987)This programme returns to the subject of home computers and looks at alternative prospects for...
video record for Open Forum 64(1981) : 1981's Graduates meet the press Open Forum 64(1981) : 1981's Graduates meet the pressWynne Brindle introduces the programme from the Waldorf Hotel. Speeches from Dr.Horlock and the...
video record for Opening of the first buildings of the Open University Opening of the first buildings of the Open UniversityThis programme has footage of the opening of the first buildings of the Open University. It also...
video record for Open Forum 1989 : February Open Forum 1989 : FebruaryNews Round-up of educational issues in the limelight for February. Interview with Kenneth Baker who...
video record for Open Forum 55(1980) : OUSA National Conference 1980 Open Forum 55(1980) : OUSA National Conference 1980Excerpts from the proceedings at the 1980 conference held at Nottingham University.
video record for Technology shorts 02 : gadgets galore Technology shorts 02 : gadgets galore
video record for 10th Anniversary Concert 10th Anniversary Concert
video record for Open Forum (1990) : magazine programme July edition Open Forum (1990) : magazine programme July editionReport on equal opportunities in higher education, people with learning difficulties and taking...
video record for Walton Hall an introduction for regional staff Walton Hall an introduction for regional staffA short video aimed at helping staff in the regions gain an understanding of student adminstration...
video record for Open Forum Comp(1975) Open Forum Comp(1975)Two students visit Walton Hall and talk to OU staff in the following departments: Graphics, Project...
video record for Open Forum 122(1987) Open Forum 122(1987)One of the issues discussed at the OUSA Conference is revisited - that of students who are...