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The Open University Library@oulibrary· 24d

Fake images, misleading posts, and distorted data are everywhere online. 🔍 Our new Being digital pathway, Spotting and Stopping False Information, shows you how to recognise these tactics and understand how false and misleading information spreads 👉 https://ow.ly/FtQw50Z75WZ

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· 27d

Looking for ways to keep young readers entertained this summer? 🧑‍🧒‍🧒📖 Explore our Young Readers collection on Libby and OverDrive, with ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, biographies, fantasy, crafts and more. Free for OU students and staff 👉 https://ow.ly/6zHO50ZgLyf

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· 28d

#OTD in 1606, Dutch painter Rembrandt was born. He is often described as a gifted storyteller, using light & shade to dramatic effect in his work, and displaying an uncompromising realism. Why not take a few moments to browse his work in Bridgeman Education👉https://ow.ly/bxLp50ZjaWf (OU login req).

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· 29d

Research is richer when it includes a wide range of perspectives. 🔎🔬 Our Diverse Voices curated resource list helps you discover writers and resources from diverse and often marginalised communities around the world 👉 https://ow.ly/bNfy50YzBkt #DiverseVoices

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 13

Have you considered how your posts project a particular image of yourself when you communicate online? 📱🤔 This activity introduces you to some of the factors which contribute to your online reputation & how to present yourself effectively 👉 https://ow.ly/trqR50ZixLF #BeingDigital

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 11

Looking for reading inspiration this #SouthAsianHeritageMonth? Browse our Libby and OverDrive collection, curated by colleagues of South Asian heritage, featuring titles such as A Thousand Splendid Suns, Brotherless Night and The Good Immigrant. 📖 https://ow.ly/ZNSA50ZfQJE #SAHM2026

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 8

You may not be able to carry all 20 volumes of the Oxford English Dictionary around with you, but OU students and staff have 24/7 access at their fingertips via the OU online library! 👇 https://ow.ly/ajBm50Zj2uN

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 7

There's still time to apply for our Senior Library Manager (Records Management) vacancy. ⌛ Help shape the future of records management by leading innovative, compliant recordkeeping & supporting the adoption of emerging technologies. 👉 https://ow.ly/qakb50ZgQ6L Closing date: 12 July #LibraryJobs

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 5

Want to explore the history and impact of feminist movements? Our International Women’s Week resource list highlights books and research that celebrate women’s voices and explore the journey toward gender equality... 👇 https://ow.ly/72j750YzCzT #WomenEmpowerment

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 4

There's still time to apply for our Senior Library Manager vacancy. ⌛ We're looking for a strategic leader to manage faculty partnerships and lead a key Library service area, ensuring our services evolve to meet our community's needs. 👉 https://ow.ly/vmVA50ZgPIf Closing date: 7 July #LibraryJobs

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 3

Think you can always tell what’s true online? 👨‍💻💡 Our new Being digital pathway, Spotting and Stopping False Information, will help you test and strengthen your skills in identifying false and misleading information 👉 https://ow.ly/JzJX50Z75Rq

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jul 1

Join us in celebrating #SouthAsianHeritageMonth. We've worked with the OU BME Network to create a reading list showcasing authors from South Asia and the South Asian diaspora, highlighting diverse stories, histories and cultures 👇 https://ow.ly/88b850ZfBnI #SAHM2026

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 30

Looking for your next great read this #PrideMonth? 📖🌈 Discover LGBTQ+ fiction, inspiring memoirs, thought-provoking non-fiction, audiobooks and magazines on Libby & OverDrive - all available free with your OU login. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Read, listen and explore 👉 https://ow.ly/tAxN50Z5aEM

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 30

There are loads of great online tools & gadgets that can help you with a wide range of tasks. But how do you judge its quality? 💻🤔 Find out how to evaluate online tools for their relevance to your purpose & use them to the best effect 👉 https://ow.ly/yuRi50Z657r #BeingDigital

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 27

We're hiring a Senior Library Manager to lead the University's records management service, driving modern recordkeeping practices & helping ensure information is managed effectively across the University. For more details and to apply 👉 https://ow.ly/iMNN50ZgQ1t Closing date: 12 July #LibraryJobs

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 25

We’re hiring a Senior Library Manager to play a key leadership role in developing innovative library services, working closely with academic teams to enhance the student experience and embed library support across the curriculum. 👉 https://ow.ly/Vnyf50ZgPqb Closing Date: 7 July 2026 #LibraryJobs

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 24

Avoiding plagiarism is important, but did you know you may be plagiarising without even knowing it? 😮 This pathway from Being digital will help you recognise what plagiarism is, the forms it can take & how to avoid it 👉 https://ow.ly/eQla50Z656x #BeingDigital

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 23

Today is #InternationalWomenInEngineeringDay - celebrating the achievements of women in engineering and STEM fields. 👷🏻‍♀️⚙️ Explore our Women and Girls in STEM resource list featuring books, articles and resources on gender representation and women shaping STEM 👇 https://ow.ly/WzMx50Z5u4n #INWED26

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 21

🌞🌻Happy Summer Solstice 🌻🌞

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 18

Spot fake news. Stop misinformation. 🚨 Our new Being digital pathway, Spotting and Stopping False Information, helps you build the skills to identify misleading content online - from manipulated images to false social media posts 👉 https://ow.ly/Y1KJ50Z75Iy

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 17

Check out Super Sniffer Hetty! In this video she carries out life saving work detecting bowel cancer at Medical Detection Dogs, using interactive technology developed alongside the OU's Animal-Computer Interaction Lab: https://ow.ly/gQfY50ZcmTg More on the ACI Lab's work at https://ow.ly/alw550ZcmVi

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 17

Whether you’re a student, researcher, or use technology for work, improving on digital literacy can open a new world of opportunities. Being digital features FREE activities designed to develop your digital literacy skills – take a look 👉 https://ow.ly/3k3R50Z6567 #BeingDigital

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 14

Our new collection on Libby and OverDrive features a range of ebooks and audiobooks exploring the many varied experiences of care and caring, offering insight, reflection and understanding of what it means to support others. 🫂 Free for OU students and staff 👉 https://ow.ly/7VsF50Z5v4n #CarersWeek

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 13

Disability history is an important part of understanding both the past and the present. 🩵 Our curated #DisabilityHistory resource list explores the experiences of disabled people through topics such as education, activism, online spaces, and changing societal attitudes 👇 https://ow.ly/QoNj50YzhAv

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 11

From understanding the climate crisis to exploring the skills and actions that can support positive change, these curated Library resource lists bring together books, articles and other resources to help you get inspired: ♻️ https://ow.ly/1m0550Z5uee 🌱 https://ow.ly/yZbc50Z5uec #GreatBigGreenWeek

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 8

To support carers across the OU community, we’ve created a new curated resource list - in collaboration with the OU Carer Staff Network - featuring practical information, support guides and insight into caring responsibilities and lived experiences... 👇 https://ow.ly/HOn950Z5uQi #CarersWeek

The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 7

We're proud to be working with New Beacon Books as part of our Reading for Pleasure collection! 📚 Founded in 1966, they are Britain's first Black publishing house and specialist bookshop, championing African and Caribbean literature for 60 years. Learn more: https://ow.ly/UQcp50Z6FH8

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 6

Today is #HigherEducationDay! Since 1969, The Open University has helped transform access to higher education through flexible distance learning. 🎓💙 Explore the OU’s history and impact via the OU Digital Archive 👉 https://ow.ly/CSoj50Z5tG7

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 5

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay! 🌍💚 To help inspire your next small step, explore our #sustainability collection on Libby & OverDrive - featuring eBooks, audiobooks and magazines on sustainable living, climate action, reducing waste, eco-friendly habits and more 👉 https://ow.ly/WWN950Z5tP7

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The Open University Library@oulibrary· Jun 3

10,000 followers and counting! 🔟🎉 Thanks for following, sharing, liking, and generally being wonderful. 🤗🩵 We're curious... where in the world are you reading, researching, or studying from today? 🌍 #10kfollowers #10kclub