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History: The Ottoman Empire
On this lecture style course, we will learn about The Ottoman Empire from its formation at the end of the 13th century right through to the 20th century; the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent, and the countries and areas involved - Southeast Europe, parts of Central Europe, Western Asia, North Africa and the Horn of Africa, parts of Eastern Europe and the Caucasus. In the early 20th century, the empire allied with Germany on the side of the Central Powers in WWI. The Empire's defeat and the occupation of part of its territory by the Allied Powers resulted in its partitioning and the loss of its Middle Eastern territories, but the successful Turkish War of Independence against the occupying Allies led to the emergence of the Republic of Turkey in the Anatolian heartland and the abolition of the Ottoman monarchy.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 30/10/2024Times:2:00pm - 3:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Aubrey NewmanCourse code:Q00018339How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £38.85
Cooking on a Budget
Cooking homemade food doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Learn how to feed the whole family with tasty and affordable meals in this cooking on a budget course.
This is a cooking and personal finance course rolled into one. You’ll get practical budgeting tips you can apply in the kitchen. This course is ideal for you if you’d like to learn how to cook homemade meals on a reduced budget.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 16/10/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Bilton Hall Community Trust CIO (Jarrow)
Taunton Avenue
Jarrow
NE32 3RTTutor:Anila MaqboolCourse code:Q00018840How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Cooking on a Budget
Cooking homemade food doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Learn how to feed the whole family with tasty and affordable meals in this cooking on a budget course.
This is a cooking and personal finance course rolled into one. You’ll get practical budgeting tips you can apply in the kitchen. This course is ideal for you if you’d like to learn how to cook homemade meals on a reduced budget.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 16/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Action Station
Boldon Lane
South Shields
NE34 0LZTutor:Anila MaqboolCourse code:Q00018933How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Beginners British Sign Language (BSL)
If you have contact with deaf people in your day-to-day life, you may want to take a British Sign Language course. Knowing how to sign can make your communication more inclusive for everyone you interact with.
This BSL course is suitable for you if you need to communicate with deaf people in a voluntary or community role, or simply through social interactions.
This course is aimed at complete beginners. You will start from scratch to learn foundational BSL skills.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 02/10/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:Action Station
Boldon Lane
South Shields
NE34 0LZTutor:Joanne LiddleCourse code:Q00018842How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Pre-Entry Digital Skills: Beginners Part 1
During your course, you will learn core skills that boost your confidence, such as surfing the internet, adding bookmarks and searching efficiently. Create files and folders to organize your information. Importantly, you will gain essential knowledge about keeping yourself and your information safe online. Recognise and avoid fake websites, understand secure browsing practices, and protecting personal information. By mastering these skills, you will navigate the digital world efficiently, proficiently and securely, ensuring a safer and more productive online experience.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
Participants must live in Coventry Area Postcodes CV1 to CV6 inclusive
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:30pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Watch Charity Ltd (Coventry)
10-12 Victoria Street
Coventry
CV1 5LZTutor:Shirley BateCourse code:Q00015612How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £73.60
Art Appreciation: The Art and Artists of World War One
In this course, we will explore the visual culture in Europe during World War One. From official war art, to soldiers’ sketchbooks, from world-famous artists to anonymous draughtsmen, we will study and discuss a broad range of attitudes to war. We will study many British artists, but also German, French, Italian, and American ones. We will study great works of art, learn a lot about the history of the war from a British and Western perspective, and discuss the role of art and artists during wartime, as well as in the aftermath of war.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 20/11/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00017433How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Creative Writing: Read Like a Writer
We’ll read a wide-range of short stories, memoir and novel extracts from diverse genres and authors. Each week we’ll be assigned two texts for close reading before the class. In class, the tutor will facilitate discussion around the techniques used and set a short writing exercise to practice a technique.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 09/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola TorodeCourse code:Q00017744How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Entry Level Essential Digital Skills
Develop essential digital skills with our Entry Level Essential Digital Skills course. Learn the basics of using computers, navigating the internet, and understanding essential software applications. Ideal for individuals with little or no digital experience looking to build confidence in their digital abilities.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:12:00pm - 2:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Jobs 22 Wellingborough
20 Honey House
Sheep Street
Wellingborough
NN8 1BLTutor:Peace ChristianCourse code:Q00018531How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
History: 10 Political Classics that Changed the World
This 10-week course delves into ten seminal classic texts that have profoundly shaped political thought and governance across the world. From ancient philosophical treatises starting with Plato’s Republic to modern declarations of rights and treaties, each document represents a milestone in the development of political ideas. We will explore the historical context, core arguments, and lasting impacts of these influential works. Delving into questions which are just as relevant today, such as ‘what is the role of the state?’ or ‘is democracy the ideal form of government?’ to gain a deeper understanding of these works contributions to political theory and practice.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00018505How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Creative Writing: Creative Writing Workshop
This course will help to develop and channel your writing ability, whether as a hobby or for publication. The emphasis is on individual development, with discussion of many aspects of writing. You will be invited to read your work and have feedback in a constructive and friendly setting. All forms are included; short stories, novels, plays, feature articles, poetry, autobiography and memoirs. We will have discussions on many aspects of writing and short exercises in class. All you need is an interest in developing and enjoying creative writing skills. For developers and beginners, who are welcome.
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Dates:Wed 11/09/2024 -
Wed 13/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stella StockerCourse code:Q00009413How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00