Press Release
Half a million people in 160 countries are now using the free learning materials made available through Openlearn
13 June 2007
The site, which was launched in October 2006 as part of the OU’s commitment to broadening access to education, makes study materials freely available on the internet, with state-of-the-art learning support and communication tools to connect learners and educators across the globe.
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