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Art Practical: Studio Practice, Sketchbook Focus - Growing Your Themes
During this creative and inspiring course, you will continue to collect your artistic ideas in sketchbook form. You will be developing your skills in drawing, painting, collage, note taking and sticking in reference to a range of inspirational material. You will continue to generate your own personal visual language as a starting point for larger work.
This course will encourage you to consider the many themes, concepts and artists that resonate with you.
The Sketchbook is a useful tool for the artist to offload their many artistic ideas and influences and try out new techniques and materials. This can be used in the safe space created in the classroom or wherever you go!
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 02/04/2025Times:11:00am - 1:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Exeter Phoenix (Exeter)
Bradninch Place
Gandy Street
Exeter
EX4 3LSTutor:Sarah JohnCourse code:Q00016829How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £126.00
Get Ready for ESOL Writing (Level 2)
Polish your writing skills in English. This ESOL level 2 course teaches you advanced knowledge to help you write and analyse a variety of texts in English. Improved writing skills can open doors to work and study options in the UK.
This ESOL course builds on skills you learnt at level 1. Perfect your writing skills in English while practising critical thinking.
This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 02/04/2025Times:12:45pm - 2:45pmDuration:23 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Mariann MeszarosCourse code:Q00017545How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
Beginner Digital Skills
This course is designed to help beginners develop essential digital skills needed for everyday life and work. Learn how to confidently use computers, the internet, and digital devices in a supportive and friendly environment.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Fri 28/02/2025Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:24 sessionsLocation:WEA Regional Office Training Room (Liv)
Suite 414, Fourth Floor
Cotton Exchange Building
Bixteth Street
Liverpool
L3 9JRTutor:Neil ConnaughtonCourse code:Q00017532How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Entry Level Essential Digital Skills: Getting to grips with Microsoft Office
An exciting new opportunity to develop your confidence and skills in using Microsoft Office is coming to Woodlands Library, Doncaster!
This course will include learning to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Outlook for Emails.
It’s a course for anyone, from beginners to those with a little more experience, giving you the essential skills for some of the most used platforms in the workplace and beyond.
This course is funded by South Yorkshire Combined Authority.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Woodlands Community Library and Hub (Don
Windmill Balk Lane
Woodlands
Doncaster
DN6 7SFTutor:Mark TurkCourse code:Q00019928How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Personal Development: Introduction to Counselling
The awareness of the importance of counselling for the wellbeing of individuals is increasingly recognised as a key issue for the overall health and prosperity of our society. This course will support learners to explore the basics of counselling, the nature of the profession and how skills in counselling can support positive interactions in the workplace. This course focuses on an understanding of the concept and practice of the main practical counselling skills and the theories underpinning these. The course is aimed at anyone who may be considering either a career or further learning in counselling, as well as those wanting to develop valuable helping and listening skills and self-awareness.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Sasha DineenCourse code:Q00018764How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
History: Why Do We Say That?
Join this engaging course that delves into the captivating history and evolution of idioms, expressions, and accents in (British) English. Explore both newer and older accents while uncovering the origins of everyday idioms and literary expressions. The course will also look at slang and secret languages that have evolved over time.
This is course is open to beginners and those with prior knowledge of the subject. Taking place online, over the course of six weeks, with access to presentations and discussions even after each session.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Janet WilsonCourse code:Q00009336How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £40.80
Literature: The Fables of Robert Louis Stevenson
The course presents all twenty-two “fables” of Robert Louis Stevenson, some as short as a few lines, others running to several pages, all of them challenging the reader with unexpected approaches to human life. We will read all the fables in six weeks, coming together on Zoom to share responses and questions, examine the literary merits and explore the ways the fables might enhance our understanding of ourselves and others we come into contact with day by day. There are podcasts for each fable to supplement our discussions, as well as space on the Canvas site to continue the Zoom discussions.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:1:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Robert-Louis AbrahamsonCourse code:Q00019254How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.00
History: Journey along the Silk Road
Embark on a fascinating journey through time and space as we unravel the mysteries and marvels of the Silk Road. This 10-week course offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most significant trade routes in history, tracing its origins, evolution, and enduring legacy. From the bustling marketplaces of ancient cities to the cross-cultural exchanges that shaped empires, we will delve into the rich tapestry of cultures, economies, and ideas that flourished along this ancient network of trade routes. · This course will offer a rich interdisciplinary exploration of the Silk Road, drawing on historical texts, archaeological evidence, visual media, and discussion to deepen understanding of its pivotal influence in world history.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 19/03/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00017585How you'll learn:OnlineStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £74.00
History: Role of political cartoons in the 20th century
Join us for this course which will review historical events, from long ago up until recent years and link them with how newspaper and magazine cartoons reflected attitudes and controversies of that time. This beginner course will primarily focus on the historical context and political impacts of their cartoons rather than the artistic techniques but through that analysis students will gain a deeper understanding of the role of political cartoons in the 20th century.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 22/01/2025Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:St Lukes Church Hall (Tiptree)
66 Church Road
Tiptree
CO5 0SUTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00018064How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
History, Napoleon: Citizen to Emperor
Explore the life and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte with our History: Napoleon: Citizen to Emperor course. Learn about his rise to power, military campaigns, and impact on European history. Ideal for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in learning about one of history's most influential figures.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 19/03/2025Times:11:30am - 1:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Barking Enterprise Centre CIC (Barking)
50 Cambridge Road
Barking
IG11 8FGTutor:Amy MillerCourse code:Q00017375How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00