OpenLearn Ireland

At The Open University in Ireland, we are proud to offer a diverse range of free online learning opportunities tailored to the unique context of Ireland.  OpenLearn Ireland is your gateway to exploring a variety of subjects, from history and culture to science and technology, all designed to enrich your knowledge and skills.

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Our OpenLearn platform provides high-quality educational resources that are accessible to everyone.

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Adaptation and Assimilation: The Irish Catholic Experience in America

Despite experiencing discrimination on account of their religion and culture, the Catholic Irish gradually gained acceptance in American society.

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A hug for the brain: what does it mean to have a happy, healthy brain?

Dr. Sinead Eccles explores the function of a healthy brain in regulating our health.

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Intuitive eating: a new relationship with food, or another fad diet?

Dr. Sinead Eccles explores the relationship between food, diets, and intuitive eating.

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Coming to America: The Making of the Irish-American Diaspora

In this series of articles, Michael Doorley tells the fascinating story of migration from Ireland to America.

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Ireland and the Battle of The Somme

Why does the Battle of The Somee still matter so much in Ireland, for both the South and North?

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A Century of Change: Shifting Patterns in Irish Emigration in the 1800s

As a result of social and economic change in both Ireland and the United States, Irish Catholic migrants to America began to outnumber their Protestant counterparts by the early 1830s.

Partner hubs

We work with local partners and stakeholders to provide hubs of content which suit their audiences' learning needs.

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The Wheel Learning Hub

A collection of free courses and resources to support the development of leadership skills within the charity and community sectors in Ireland.

Get involved

If you are an organisation who would like to partner with us on some valuable free content, then please get in contact.

Explore the full range of courses available on OpenLearn Ireland.  Whether you're a lifelong learner, a student preparing for higher education, or a professional looking to upskill, there's something for everyone.

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