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Humanities: Day School: What is a ‘Free and Fair’ Election?
In 2024, over 70 countries, including the UK, will hold national elections. This course examines what constitutes a democratic election, delving into franchise, electoral systems, and election delivery. While focusing on the UK, it also uses international examples to illustrate the concepts of 'free' and 'fair' elections. Students will engage critically with contemporary debates about election quality and integrity worldwide.
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Dates:Sat 07/12/2024 -
Sat 07/12/2024Times:10:30am - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Friends Meeting House (King's Lynn)
38 Bridge Street
King's Lynn
PE30 5ABTutor:Sonali CampionCourse code:Q00017667How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £30.00
History: History of the Old Bailey
This three hour lecture offers an in-depth examination of the rich history of the Old Bailey in London. It delves into the architectural evolution of the building itself, tracing its development from its early days to its current form. Additionally, the lecture explores the Old Bailey's significant role in the British legal system, highlighting its function in upholding and administering the law throughout the centuries. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how this iconic courthouse has shaped and been shaped by the legal landscape, reflecting broader societal changes and the pursuit of justice in London and beyond.
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Dates:Sat 07/12/2024 -
Sat 07/12/2024Times:2:00pm - 5:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St John's United Reform Church Orpington
Lynwood Grove
Orpington
BR6 0BGTutor:Anna CusackCourse code:Q00017273How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £10.00
History: Rediscovering the Great War’s Christmas Truce
The Christmas Truce is one of the most mythologised and celebrated events of the First World War, which has featured in film, song and fiction. In this one-off session, we will attempt to uncover the actual story behind the event, exploring the truce or truces through letters, reports, photographs and retrospective accounts. The course will be interesting to those with an interest in the Great War, and the manner in which that conflict has been interpreted in the century since its ending, but the course will also appeal to those with an interest in how societies shape and define themselves by their myths.
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Dates:Sat 07/12/2024 -
Sat 07/12/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00019614How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
Humanities: Christmas for Curmudgeons? Why gift-giving is wasteful (if you’re an economist)
Christmas is a time for giving: but is it really a good idea? Wouldn’t it be better if you just bought something for yourself that would bring you joy, and didn’t have to worry about getting presents for other people, which they might just regift anyway? Why do economists act like Grinches? How can we save Christmas from the Bah!Humbug! Brigade?
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Dates:Sat 07/12/2024 -
Sat 07/12/2024Times:4:00pm - 6:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Jonathan WarnerCourse code:Q00019895How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Art Appreciation: The Destruction of Art by artists, institutions, and conflicts
This course explores the destruction of art which has been going on for centuries whether through natural disasters, censorship, political ideology, war, and conflicts. Artists have been destroying their work out of jealousy or frustration to save their reputations or their legacies for generations. Contemporary artists even destroy art as part of their artistic practices, installations, or performances. Whilst activists are prepared to vandalise artworks to get their voices heard on issues they are passionate about. And governments waging wars deliberate target artworks to destroy the enemy’s culture. Are artworks destined to be destroyed whether through practice, protest, or conflict?
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Dates:Sun 08/12/2024 -
Sun 08/12/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Jolanta JagielloCourse code:Q00017293How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £11.10
Managing Stress and Anxiety
Would you like to learn techniques to relax and wind down?
When we’re stressed or anxious it’s hard to feel calm. Anxiety affects over 8 million people in the UK at any time. But you don’t have to live with constant stress or anxiety. There are simple techniques you can learn to manage it.
This stress management course is ideal if you want to learn habits to reduce stress and anxiety. It can help you lead a healthier and fuller life
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Dates:Mon 09/12/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024Times:10:00am - 2:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:Seetec Pluss Poole
Poole
BH12 1EDTutor:Dulcie AllanCourse code:Q00012584How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Using Canvas to Learn
Studying online is a fun and effective way to learn. This course will teach you to use Canvas so that you can get the most out of WEA courses. You’ll learn digital skills to support you to study WEA online courses.
This Canvas course is ideal for you if you’re considering taking a WEA course but feel unsure of your digital skills. It’s appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is new to you.
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Dates:Mon 09/12/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Gateshead Muslim Centre (Gateshead)
2, Westbourne Avenue
Gateshead
NE8 4NPTutor:Maryam KnowlesCourse code:Q00018466How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £12.60
Craft: DIY Festive Wrapping Paper Designs
In this creative workshop, you will design unique, personalised wrapping paper using printmaking techniques with stencils. We’ll start by exploring festive motifs—like snowflakes, holly, ornaments, and stars—you will be guided to create repeating patterns that bring holiday cheer. Using vibrant seasonal colours such as reds, greens, golds, and silvers, you will learn to layer and arrange their chosen stencils to achieve bold, eye-catching designs. This hands-on experience not only teaches the basics of printmaking but also encourages personal expression, resulting in wrapping paper that adds a special, handmade touch to holiday gifts. Perfect for anyone looking to add festive flair to their presents!
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Dates:Mon 09/12/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:4:00pm - 6:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abbie CairnsCourse code:Q00019875How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
Craft: Plain to Fabulous Christmas Baubles
Take time out of your busy schedule and join us to stretch your imagination and transform plain Christmas bauble into fabulous designs.They will look so impressive on your Christmas tree or Christmas wreath with the added satisfaction that you made them yourself
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Dates:Mon 09/12/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Elaine SwanCourse code:Q00019885How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
Craft: Watercolour Christmas Cards
On this short course we will create nature inspired Christmas cards using watercolours.
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Dates:Mon 09/12/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Deborah CroftsCourse code:Q00019862How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £14.80