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The Open University (OU) Library enables OU students and staff around the world to access a world-class online library service. Visit www.open.ac.uk/library to get started. Starter Pack for OU (UK) staff here: https://go.bsky.app/UhqW8VR

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Nov 14

We've just created our first Starter Pack for staff at The Open University (UK)... join us! go.bsky.app/UhqW8VR

#OUfamily

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 3d

If you’re a postgraduate researcher, our Research Support team provides specialised advice, training, and events to help you develop your skills and navigate the research process. 🔎📝

Explore our guidance and resources here 👇
https://ow.ly/OQFt50X758R

The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 6d

October isn’t always kind to open-air theatre! 🌧️ However, OU students and staff can stream 30 Shakespeare plays filmed live at the Globe via Drama Online... with no umbrella needed! 🎭☂️

Start the show 👉 www-dramaonlinelibrary-com.libezproxy.open.ac.uk/shakespeares... (OU login req.)

A statue of Shakespeare holding a brown leaf. Image credit: Taha on Unsplash

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 7d

Our new cover photo 📷 Walton Hall campus looking amazing in autumn! 🍂🍁

#MiltonKeynes #Autumn

A large autumnal tree full of red and orange leaves

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 7d

It's quite the skill! 🤭

a man is standing in front of a lawn chair with the website sheepplace.co.uk written on the bottom

Alt: A man sits down in a deck chair, to then be dramatically ejected from it.

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Open University Graduate School, UK @ougradsch.bsky.social · 9d

We're excited to welcome our Oct #OUGradSch25 PhD cohort to campus today! We can’t wait to hear about their research journeys.
On Fri, we’ll also welcome Professional Doctorate students.
Also welcome to the first PhD by Distance Learning cohort!
@oulibrary.bsky.social @openuniversity.bsky.social

A green lawn with people sitting out on a sunny day. A stately home in the background.

A green lawn with people sitting out on a sunny day. A cafeteria in the background.

A crowd of around 70 people standing in the foyer of a library, looking up and smiling.

A crowd of around 70 people standing in the foyer of a library, looking up and smiling. A gold tree made of Open University Shields is on the wall.

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 20d

Looking for easily-digestible resources to support your students? 🤩

Our new YouTube Shorts share quick study tips on using the online Library - from online training sessions to hidden search tricks, all in under a minute.

Perfect to pass on to #OUstudents! 👇 www.youtube.com/@TheOpenUniv...

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 23d

Our Archive Heritage Open Days event begins tomorrow! 📣

Come along to the Library building at our #MiltonKeynes campus, 10:30-15:30, Wed to Fri.

✨ Brand new exhibitions
🎞️ OU Archive Cinema drop-in screenings
🎶 Live music from Open Voices (Thurs 12pm)

FREE event 👉 www.open.ac.uk/library/libr...

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 29d

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Alt: a contestant on the Great British Bake Off presses her hands to the sides of her face in disbelief

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · 29d

Did you know the Library has a dedicated common room for postgraduate researchers? Available 24/7, it’s the ideal spot to:

💻 Work in a relaxed space
☕ Recharge with a coffee (or a nap, we won’t tell)😴
⚽️ Have a game of table football

Take a look 👉 youtube.com/shorts/kW31K...

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Explore the #openuniversity PGR Common Room in the Library building #shorts #miltonkeynes #postgrad

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Sep 5

Looking for your next great read? 📖 Tomorrow is #NationalReadABookDay! 🎉

#OUstudents & staff can enjoy thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, magazines & more through Overdrive - all on your own device. 📱💻

Start browsing to see where your next book takes you👉 open.overdrive.com (OU login req)

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Sep 3

Many new students don’t yet know just how much the Library can support their studies. 💻📖

We’ve created a short video highlighting 3 ways the OU Library can help. Please do share it with your #OUstudents to help them get off to a strong start... 👇

youtube.com/shorts/SYKlE...

3 must-know OU Library tips to make studying easier #openuniversity #shorts #students

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Sep 2

Students may be turning to Generative AI... but do they know the risks? 🤖🤔

Our 'Exploring Generative AI: critical skills and ethical use' session helps them think critically and use AI responsibly.

Our latest YouTube Short provides a quick overview 👇

youtube.com/shorts/rt7WI...

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Exploring Generative AI: critical skills and ethical use #openuniversity training sessions #shorts

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 29

Take a look around the beautiful Legacy Garden at our Walton Hall campus in #MiltonKeynes - planted as a visual testament of our gratitude to legacy donors, and offering a place of quiet contemplation and reflection... 🌼🌺🪻

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Explore the #OpenUniversity campus - Legacy Garden #shorts #campus #miltonkeynes

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 28

Our online training session, 'Assessing the reliability of information for your assignment', is ideal for giving #OUstudents the confidence they need to identify reliable sources when carrying out research for their assignments. 💻📖

Here's a quick session overview... 👇

youtube.com/shorts/HG5FN...

Assessing the reliability of information for assignments #openuniversity training sessions #shorts

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 28

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 22

Discover the second floor of our Library building... a space designed for collaboration, conversation, and recharging, with its very own outdoor-inspired breakout area! 🍃🏖️

Take a quick tour in our latest YouTube Short 👇
youtube.com/shorts/ey8TN...

#MiltonKeynes

Explore the #openuniversity Library building second floor #shorts #miltonkeynes

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 18

We know #OUstudents often find referencing daunting 🫣 so our online training session 'The why and how of referencing' is designed to give them the confidence & skills to cite sources correctly in assignments. 💻📖

Here’s a short overview of what the session offers: youtube.com/shorts/L2-4h...

The why and how of referencing #openuniversity Library training sessions #shorts #studytips

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 15

Our 'Introduction to Library Services' online training session is ideal for helping new #OUstudents gain confidence in navigating the website and finding the resources they need for their studies. 💻📖

Our latest YouTube Short provides a quick overview 👇 youtube.com/shorts/m1jAK...

Introduction to Library Services #openuniversity training session #shorts #studytips

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 13

Step into the Library building’s quiet zone! 🤫📖

Our latest What’s in the Library building YouTube Short takes you around the first floor - the perfect space for focused, distraction-free study... 👇

youtube.com/shorts/xk2yq...

Second floor sneak peek coming soon… 👀

#OUstudents #MiltonKeynes

Explore the #openuniversity Library building first floor #shorts #miltonkeynes

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 11

Did you know Library Search can help you explore people as well as resources? 💻🧓🏻👩🏾

Find out how in under 60 seconds... 👇

youtu.be/Kdes7j9baUc

▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly tips on getting the most out of Library Search.

#OUstudents

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 10

✉️ You're invited to The Open University Archive's Heritage Open Days. Step into the past with:

✅ Guided campus tours (booking req.)
✅ Brand new exhibitions & displays
✅ OU Archive Cinema – drop-in screenings
✅ Live music from Open Voices

FREE event 👉 www.open.ac.uk/library/libr...

#MiltonKeynes

Black and white photo from 1975 of a television studio for an Open University programme. Text reads: 'You're invited! Heritage Open Days 2025 at The Open University Library. 17-19 September. Walton Hall, Milton Keynes'.

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 8

We’ve created a new online training session: 'Finding and using images' 📸✨

This Short gives a quick preview of how the session can help #OUstudents find, use & reference images correctly - perfect for assignments... 👇

youtube.com/shorts/eVQYV...

▶️ Share and subscribe for more training previews!

Finding and using images #openuniversity Library training sessions #shorts #studytips

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Manda @eldelphia.bsky.social · Aug 7

Look at our fabulous new list of curated resources about #Menopause from my lovely colleagues here at the @oulibrary.bsky.social . Not enough is said, shared or discussed when it comes to #Menopause university.open.ac.uk/library/libr...

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Menopause is a stage of life that affects many people, yet it remains stigmatised and misunderstood. Take a look at our menopause resources.

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 6

📢 New YouTube Shorts series!

Our latest series spotlights our Library online training sessions - ideal for #OUstudents to brush up on their library and research skills. 📖💻

First up: 5 things you need to know about the sessions 👇

youtube.com/shorts/ez_CI...

Please share with your students! ✨

5 things to know about #openuniversity Library Online Training Sessions #shorts #studytips

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The Open University Library @oulibrary.bsky.social · Aug 3

You'll be able to access the Internet whilst visiting the building using The Cloud - you'll just need to register a free The Cloud account to connect 🙂

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