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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Hoping this will be of interest to some
Yesterday I came across the Open University website and was scrolling through the range of free courses they have available, loads of topics and subjects.
Definitely worth a look if you are wanting to stop your brain from turning to mush.
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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But if I did one of those I wouldn't be able to read the fora which are an interesting insight into society and how it copes with a lockdown.
(Thanks OP, I'm going to take a look and see if there is anything I like) |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"I must have a look. I'm a big fan of free on line courses. I used to update my Microsoft office skills that way. I've done Spanish courses, history and creative writing too."
That's brilliant! I'm the same always looking for the next thing to study.
Yes there are courses relating to those on there as well as languages. Loads of stuff available.
I thought it might be useful for people to know while in lockdown.
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"But if I did one of those I wouldn't be able to read the fora which are an interesting insight into society and how it copes with a lockdown.
(Thanks OP, I'm going to take a look and see if there is anything I like)"
Multitask Meli! |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Thanks for highlighting this OP. The OU is a fantastic place to learn about subjects that pique your interest. I did one of their free short courses a few years ago, as a way of getting some focus back in my life after a mental breakdown ... I'm now half way through a part-time BA in English Language and Classics. It can be challenging at times, especially while working full-time, but it gives a great sense of satisfaction and achievement. And...their support network is incredible, especially when it comes to looking after your mental health. I highly recommend OU study to anyone  |
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By *hilloutMan
over a year ago
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"Hoping this will be of interest to some
Yesterday I came across the Open University website and was scrolling through the range of free courses they have available, loads of topics and subjects.
Definitely worth a look if you are wanting to stop your brain from turning to mush.
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This is a great post Op
I'll certainly go and have a look  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Thanks for highlighting this OP. The OU is a fantastic place to learn about subjects that pique your interest. I did one of their free short courses a few years ago, as a way of getting some focus back in my life after a mental breakdown ... I'm now half way through a part-time BA in English Language and Classics. It can be challenging at times, especially while working full-time, but it gives a great sense of satisfaction and achievement. And...their support network is incredible, especially when it comes to looking after your mental health. I highly recommend OU study to anyone "
That is incredible!
Sorry you went through tough times but wow! You should be extremely proud yourself, amazing acheivement! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Hoping this will be of interest to some
Yesterday I came across the Open University website and was scrolling through the range of free courses they have available, loads of topics and subjects.
Definitely worth a look if you are wanting to stop your brain from turning to mush.
This is a great post Op
I'll certainly go and have a look "
Brilliant! There is loads of stuff I saw I want to do but on top of having two degrees already and undertaking two more qualifications while on lockdown I think I am doing enough |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Great post, I'm going to have a look
I agree, great post OP - I’ll be having a browse later to see what grabs my fancy "
Great, loads to choose from there |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Currently doing online Astrophysics 101 at University of Alberta. Which is challenging for someone who hasn't done maths since 1992!"
Oh wow! What is the point of study if it doesn't push you! |
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By *rctopusMan
over a year ago
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"Currently doing online Astrophysics 101 at University of Alberta. Which is challenging for someone who hasn't done maths since 1992!
Oh wow! What is the point of study if it doesn't push you! "
Absolutely- I'm just chuffed that my brain hasn't completely mushified! |
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"I did a free OU course a few years back.
Changed everything. 
If you don’t mind me asking, how?"
It changed my outlook, my motivation in life and pretty much my total direction in it, too.
Plus it gave me a certain confidence in my abilities for particular things that I lacked.
Also I was a woman before. |
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"Hoping this will be of interest to some
Yesterday I came across the Open University website and was scrolling through the range of free courses they have available, loads of topics and subjects.
Definitely worth a look if you are wanting to stop your brain from turning to mush.
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there are some amazing courses on there x |
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