49 years as an OU tutor- and still going strong
Bob Vertes became a tutor with The Open University in November of 1970. We caught up with him as he starts his 50th year of OU…
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Autumnwatch returns to our screens and results from Springwatch survey
Autumnwatch is back on BBC Two on Tuesday 29 October at 8pm for a new, four-part series co-produced by the BBC and The Open University’s Broadcast…
OU partners with Ministry of Education in Ghana to launch OpenSTEM Africa
The Open University and the Ministry of Education in Ghana have launched a programme to promote the effective teaching of practical science in Senior High Schools. Open…
‘Studying with the OU helped me to realise my potential’
Pauline registered with The Open University in its early days of inception. As a pioneer student, she has achieved a BA Hons Degree, an MSc and…
‘Studying has helped me to better understand how my mind works’
In 2014, Liz suffered a breakdown that grounded her life to a halt – she struggled to leave the house, and completing everyday tasks became impossible. Support…
World Teachers’ Day – 5 tips for starting out in teaching
On Saturday 5 October its World Teachers’ Day, and with this year’s theme of ‘Young Teachers: The Future of the Profession’ we thought we’d ask Dr…
Girls from poorest districts in Zimbabwe begin accelerated learning programme
Girls from some of the poorest districts in Zimbabwe are beginning an accelerated learning programme that will transform their chances in life. They are the first…
OU academic involved in Education Commission report to ensure inclusive and quality education for all
The Education Commission has launched its latest report as part of the 74th United Nations General Assembly. Transforming the Education Workforce: Learning Teams for a Learning…
‘Our cities cannot become age-friendly without considering technology’ – paper investigates the need for improvements in urban design
Academics from The Open University and The Hague University of Applied Science have published a paper with recommendations for a new smart age-friendly environment for developed…
The Open University partners with Care UK to deliver Nursing Associate Higher Apprenticeship in UK prisons
The Open University has partnered with Care UK to deliver a Nursing Associate Higher Apprenticeship to Health Care Support Workers (HCSWs) who are employed across more…
