Sam Smidt

Sam Smidt is currently Director of Student Learning experience in the Learning and Teaching Centre. She joined the OU in 1999 as a staff tutor in Science and has had a number of roles in the Science faculty since then.
She is particularly interested in the challenges new students face when they join The Open University and what steps the University can take to make the information as manageable as possible but also to support students as they establish themselves as members of the OU community.
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FutureLearn

The Open University

The Science of Nuclear Energy (FutureLearn)

Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences

Dive into The Science of Nuclear Energy course to uncover the intricate workings behind one of the most debated yet promising sources of energy. This course will guide you through the historical context, scientific principles, advantages, and challenges associated with nuclear power. As we face an urgent need to reduce carbon emissions globally, this course sheds light on why nuclear energy is regaining attention as a viable solution.

No sessions available

4 Weeks

Energy Electricity Nuclear Energy

FutureLearn

University College London

Academic Writing in English for ESL Learners (FutureLearn)

Education Languages & Literature

Unlock the secrets of effective academic writing in English as a second language (ESL) learner with our comprehensive online course. Designed for students aiming to improve their essay writing skills and succeed in university settings, this course will guide you through developing persuasive essays, enhancing critical thinking, and mastering argument reasoning while incorporating external sources into your work.

No sessions available

3 Weeks

English Writing Critical Thinking

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