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Film & Media: 5 BBC Films Revisited
A friendly and accessible exploration boasting a second offering of five more recent cinematic works produced by BBC Film, promoting knowledge, understanding and appreciation and confidence regarding film and cinema, also literacy skills, critical thinking and well-being in general. We examine, discuss and compile a critical journal reviewing a selection works from BBC Film promoting knowledge, understanding and appreciation of film but also critical thinking, literacy skills and well-being, considering running themes and techniques whilst also highlighting specialist language and terminology, advancing literacy, communication skills and confidence in delivering informed feedback.
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Dates:Wed 10/07/2024 -
Wed 31/07/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:George CromackCourse code:Q00015238How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £29.60
Art Practical: Art and About: Sketching on the Southbank, Thames River & Bridges (July)
Part of the WEA Art and About Festival 2024!
If you fancied yourself as an urban sketcher but never had the confidence to work outside alone, join these sociable sessions to capture an aspect or view of London’s River Thames and Bridges by the vibrant Southbank. Whilst drawing on location, we will be using dry materials, pen/ink alongside watercolour for line and wash sketches and work with two sizes of sketchbook (A5 and A4/3). Toilets and Meeting Point will be at Topolski Studio where you will also have the chance to view the artist’s work after the session, guided by Topolski’s grandson.
This will be 2 Wednesday sessions, July 10th and 24th at 2pm to 5.30pm. The sessions will be 3 hours with a half hour break.
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Dates:Wed 10/07/2024 -
Wed 24/07/2024Times:2:00pm - 5:30pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Meeting Point: Topolski Studio
Topolski Studios SBC
Access Road
Arch 158
Hungerford Arches, Belvedere Rd,
London
SE1 8XUTutor:Debra CollisCourse code:Q00015131How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £35.00
Art Practical: Art Practical: Portraiture Drawing
To introduce students to the art of portraiture drawing in a relaxed and supportive environment. Following on from Portraiture Painting Q00014043, this course takes students further into the basics of sketching and then drawing faces to gain a good likeness. It provides step by step instructions on positioning the features, the use of light and shade as well as drawing techniques such as pencil and charcoal. The course is suitable for both beginners as well as experienced students. The course will provide you with an understanding of the methods, materials and concepts required to create both ‘correctly’ and expressively drawn portraits.
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Dates:Wed 10/07/2024 -
Wed 17/07/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Frank FerrieCourse code:Q00016293How you'll learn:OnlineStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £14.80
Care 2: Make a 'fiddle blanket'
This course is for carers, former carers and the cared for, join me to create a “fiddle” blanket for a loved one, possibly with Dementia, who finds it hard to keep their hands still. A fiddle blanket can be used to make a loved one feel calmer. We will share ideas so that you can make changes after the session.
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Dates:Wed 10/07/2024 -
Wed 10/07/2024Times:10:00am - 11:30amDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Catherine WilcockCourse code:Q00011050How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
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Duration:12 monthsFee:WEA Membership
Art Appreciation: Elizabeth Thompson (aka Lady Butler), and other Victorian Women Artists
Part of the Free Taster Courses to All. This course looks at Painter Elizabeth Thompson. As Tate Britain puts on an exhibition about British women artists this summer, it is the perfect occasion to present a significant Victorian painter, who was famous for her battle paintings. As we do so, we will also highlight other Victorian women who became successful professional painters such as Emily Mary Osborn and Evelyn De Morgan.
They lived in a society that globally remained hostile to independent career women. We will see how they trained, and how Thompson, and others, balanced the pressure of social norms and their personal ambition.
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Dates:Wed 10/07/2024 -
Wed 10/07/2024Times:12:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00016971How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Fee:Free
Multiply Essex: Money management & budgeting at Colchester Library
Whether it’s budgeting or managing your bank account, this course will help you plan your way around personal and family finances, teaching you how to calculate and manage money. The focus is on giving you practical skills and knowledge in numbers to help you manage your money better. You'll learn ways to take charge of your finances, easing the impact of growing living costs. Enrol on our course to gain skills and tools for better financial management.
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Dates:Wed 10/07/2024 -
Wed 10/07/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Colchester Library
Trinity Square
Colchester
CO1 1JBTutor:Derek RobinsonCourse code:Q00015415How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Entry Level Essential Digital Skills: Get to know your Device - Intermediate
In today's fast-paced digital world, the ability to use a mobile device is more than just a convenience—it's a necessity. The Digital Skills Hub is excited to introduce a comprehensive 5-week course designed specifically for individuals who feel left behind in the digital age. Our "Get to Know Your Device" course aims to empower participants with the essential skills needed to confidently navigate and utilize their mobile devices. Join us at the Digital Skills Hub and embark on a journey towards mobile mastery. Empower yourself with the skills and confidence to navigate the digital world with ease and embrace the benefits of being connected in today's digital age. Don't let technology pass you by—take control of your digital destiny with our Mobile Mastery course! Aimed for people with a basic level of digital skill.
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Dates:Thu 11/07/2024 -
Thu 08/08/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:Digital Skill Hub (Computer Room)
30-32 Royal Arcade
Christchurch Road
Boscombe
Bournemouth
BH1 4BTTutor:Lucy PenderCourse code:Q00015313How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £63.00
Creative Writing: Writing Your First Novel: Getting Your Work Published
This course is a follow on to the previous ‘Writing Your First Novel’ courses but is also suitable for newly enrolling students with experience writing fiction and a manuscript that they wish to submit to agents and publishers. 'Writing your first Novel: Getting Published' is all about the various elements that writers need to be aware of when considering their writing work for submission in today’s market. The course is designed to allow student’s work to stand out in the competitive publishing market by ensuring that industry standards are met and maximise their opportunity of being noticed by a literary agent of publisher.
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Dates:Thu 11/07/2024 -
Thu 01/08/2024Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Craig RickardCourse code:Q00015275How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £29.60
Helping your child with numbers for Purfleet Trust (Multiply Norfolk)
Do you lack confidence with maths? Do you want to be able to support your children with their schoolwork? As a parent, you play an important role in shaping your child's mathematical future. This course will empower you with creative and practical approaches to make numbers engaging and accessible. You will learn fun and engaging ways to support your children with number skills development that will help you grow as a maths educator and foster a positive attitude towards learning and numeracy. This is a free course for parents like you, with tips and tactics to help your primary school children with numbers even if you struggle with numbers yourself!
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Dates:Thu 11/07/2024 -
Thu 11/07/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:Purfleet Pantry
Southgates Roundabout
King's Lynn
PE30 5SXTutor:Laura HowsenCourse code:Q00015322How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Philosophy: Philosophy behind The Headlines (Free London Taster)
This taster session in Philosophy, will briefly introduce the principal ideas of a selection of philosophers and apply these to the discussion of the news headlines and the controversies that lie behind them. The course will foster an understanding of ethical and philosophical dimensions to contemporary issues. This class will encourage discussion and sharing of ideas about current affairs and will involve reflecting on how to use philosophy to engage with current affairs a part of this discussion.
You will be encouraged to use critical thinking and analytical skills as the role of Philosophy is looked at when analysing the news.
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Dates:Thu 11/07/2024 -
Thu 11/07/2024Times:6:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Daniel WilliamsCourse code:Q00017175How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available