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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
British Novels in the 70s and 80s (Part 2)
This course will consider and analyse the following authors
and their texts. These are:
Strange Meeting - Susan Hill.
So Long Hector Bebb - Ron Berry.
Flaubert’s Parrot - Julian Barnes.
The Remains of the Day - Kazuo Ishiguro.
Innocence - Penelope Fitzgerald.
These texts will provide a window into the different regions of
Britain during two decades of major change in the social fabric and
political nature of Britain, though several of our texts will trace
these changes back to the earlier part of the twentieth century,
and in doing so, we will encounter themes of identity, class and
the decline of Empire.
There will be much to prompt discussion and challenge our
assumptions.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 19/03/2025Times:2:15pm - 4:15pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Rose House (London)
70 Barnes High Street
London
SW13 9LDTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017376How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
Creative Writing for Wellbeing
Enhance your well-being through writing with our Creative Writing for Wellbeing course. Learn techniques for using creative writing as a tool for self-expression and emotional healing. Ideal for individuals looking to improve their mental health through writing.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 16/04/2025Times:1:00pm - 3:30pmDuration:13 sessionsLocation:Shekinah Endeavour House (Torquay)
Endeavour House, 228 Union Str
Torquay
TQ2 5QSTutor:Ione HarrisCourse code:Q00017176How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Music:
The course aims to encourage learners to attend art exhibitions and/or musical events with a greater background knowledge in order to enhance appreciation. If actual attendance is not possible, to undertake independent research and hence, enjoy a more active and cultural lifestyle. The class also offers an opportunity for learners to interact socially with like- minded people in intellectual pursuits. It also encourages learners to acquire critical and analytical skills through debate and discussion. The course covers all styles and periods from the Renaissance to the present day. It is multi media to accommodate diverse learning styles and preferences. It is suitable for beginners and connoisseurs alike.
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Dates:Wed 08/01/2025 -
Wed 19/03/2025Times:1:30pm - 3:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Wanstead House (London)
21 The Green
Wanstead
London
E11 2NTTutor:Andrew RothwellCourse code:Q00017609How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
Digital skills for Parents
Explore essential skills for managing your family’s digital safety, personal finances, and family wellbeing. This course empowers participants to protect their families online, manage finances digitally, and leverage technology for overall family wellness. The internet is vast and fast moving and often our children are more tech savy, this course will cover how you can manage what your children can access in order to increase their safety. The course will also cover a range of digital tools that can help you keep track of your personal budget at the click of a button as well as exploring what applications and sites can have a positive influence on family wellbeing.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000096How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
History: Intermediate History : Byzantium - the Great Age
How did the Roman Empire survive the great challenges it faced in the later 8th century? We will examine first of all the impact of the final years of Konstantine V And the implications of his legacy for his dynasty. We will then consider the difficulties faced by Leo IV’s failing imperial authority, before looking in greater detail at the emergence of the independent authority of his mother Eirene. Thereafter, we will consider how she was able to focus enough support and influence, ultimately, to be able to overthrow her own son, end usurp the throne for herself.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 27/03/2025Times:11:45am - 1:45pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Gary SlatorCourse code:Q00016037How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.80
Literature: Gissing and Zola – further studies in 19th century naturalist fiction
This course will look at a range of novels by late 19th century naturalist writers George Gissing and Emile Zola. Zola is seen as the leading exponent of French naturalist fiction and Gissing is often classified as an English naturalist writer. Naturalism is a literary genre that considers human character as being determined by environment, social conditions and evolution. Naturalism is similar to realism in that both genres focus on social commentary, they reject romanticism, but naturalism emphasises scientific objectivism. The novels we will study are Zola’s: The Earth (1887); La Bête Humaine (1890); L’Assommoir (1877) and Gissing’s: The Odd Women (1893); The Nether World (1889); The Whirlpool (1897).
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Times:3:00pm - 5:00pmDuration:13 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Greta DepledgeCourse code:Q00017844How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £81.60
Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to improve joint mobility and strength
Enhance your well-being with our Yoga to Improve Joint Mobility and Strength course. This class focuses on yoga practices specifically designed to increase joint flexibility and build muscle strength. Through a blend of mindful movements, stretching, and strength-building postures, you will learn techniques to support and protect your joints. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages you to listen to your body and adapt practices to meet your individual needs. Enjoy a supportive environment where you can develop greater joint mobility and strength, ultimately improving your overall physical health and quality of life.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 13/02/2025Times:10:00am - 11:45amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Kagyu Samye Dzong Scarborough
Londesborough Lodge
The Crescent
Scarborough
YO11 2PWTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018229How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.80
Art Practical: Art Exploration - Our World
For beginners and improvers, this course will use the theme ‘ My World’ to explore a range of arts materials and techniques to give people confidence and skills to create their own unique art.
‘My World’ can be abstract, real or imaginary. As always, the focus will be on experimentation, enjoying the process, and trying a range of materials to find out what works best for each student’s style and interest. We will also be looking at a range of drawing techniques.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 27/03/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Longley 4 Greens Centre (Sheffield)
41 Southey Avenue
Sheffield
S5 7NNTutor:Lizzy AlageswaranCourse code:Q00019522How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £92.40