Transcript -- What is the OU?

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The Open University is one of the world’s largest universities. Through a pioneering teaching method called supported open learning, students can study for a recognised degree at a distance. Flexible and accessible education programmes enable students to transform their lives.

Transcript -- The Open University is one of the world’s largest universities. Through a pioneering teaching method called supported open learning, students can study for a recognised degree at a distance. Flexible and accessible education programmes enable students to transform their lives.

Open University course materials anticipate any issues students may encounter and include a blend of formats most suitable for the course, such as DVDs, books, CD-ROMs etc. These are supported by academic and pastoral student support through email, telephone, tutorials, online learning and group collaboration.

Transcript -- Open University course materials anticipate any issues students may encounter and include a blend of formats most suitable for the course, such as DVDs, books, CD-ROMs etc. These are supported by academic and pastoral student support through email, telephone, tutorials, online learning and group collaboration.

Open University research provides a rich platform of intellectual capital to inform our teaching. It also makes a real difference across the world, to both people and places - adding value to society and the economy. Our multidisciplinary approach brings unique solutions. Examples given include space exploration, health diagnosis and volcano prediction.

Transcript -- Open University research provides a rich platform of intellectual capital to inform our teaching. It also makes a real difference across the world, to both people and places - adding value to society and the economy. Our multidisciplinary approach brings unique solutions. Examples given include space exploration, health diagnosis and volcano prediction.

How can technology help students overcome barriers to their learning, such as lack of time? The Open University offers resources such as an online virtual learning environment, videoconferencing, discussion forums, an online library and the Virtual Microscope.

Transcript -- How can technology help students overcome barriers to their learning, such as lack of time? The Open University offers resources such as an online virtual learning environment, videoconferencing, discussion forums, an online library and the Virtual Microscope.