The New Curiosity Shop

We provide online distance learning courses in a range of subjects.
Each course is fully supported by a tutor, and you can work at your own pace in your own space.
Go on, give your brain a treat.

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How we can help you with your online learning needs – talks, consultancy, course development, training and support.

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We are always on the look-out for tutor-writers to develop and teach innovative online courses. To find out what we need, visit

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Making the Most of Moodle.
For teachers, lecturers, tutors and professors. A brace of online courses to help you make the most of this amazing learning tool.

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What They Say...

"I like the fact that I can log on and view the course materials at any time as I think that the practical aspects of this particular course can't be rushed. But I shall definitely follow up the tutor's book recommendations and research the material further. Thank you ;) "

JW, England
"I appreciated the help and advice that the tuotr has given me."

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Featured Courses
Essential Skills in Counselling

A first step to developing counselling Skills.
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Feminist Philosophy

Our latest course – Feminist Philosophy and Feminist Political Philosophy.
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Discover Online Learning
- Let’s Build a Human Being
  We have just released our second ebook under the ‘Curious About’ Banner. It’s available via Amazon as we speak.
- What is Online Learning?
  Online learning means learning at the time, pace and place of your choosing – with full tutor support.
- How to Learn Online
  How do you learn on a web-based course? Find out for yourself with a very short course.