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History: Oh No, not another election!' - A history of struggle for votes for all
Many of us are unenthusiastic in the run up and aftermath of a General Election and a sizeable minority of us do not vote at all. But at the beginning of the 19th century only a tiny majority of men had the right to vote. Our liberties as they stand were not handed down benevolently by the government, but were hard won by individuals and groups of people like the Chartists, Individual and group protesters, Trade Unionists and Suffragists/Suffragettes. What was the impact of these protests and the reaction of the authorities? Join us to find out more
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00017450How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
History: The history of Britain through the lives of 10 women
This 10-week course offers a unique exploration of British history by examining the lives and contributions of ten remarkable women who left indelible marks on society, culture, and politics. From ancient warriors to pioneering scientists and influential writers, each woman represents a distinct era in British history, shedding light on the struggles, achievements, and societal changes of their times. Throughout the course, we will delve into the lives of these extraordinary women, analysing their impact on British society and their enduring legacies. By studying their stories, learners will gain a deeper understanding of key historical events, social movements, and cultural shifts that have shaped the fabric of Britain.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kate AntoniouCourse code:Q00017451How you'll learn:OnlineStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £74.00
Literature: Victorian Literature Through the Decades - The 1830s
During this friendly course you will have the opportunity to consider a number of novels that were published
in the 1830s as the start of an exploration of literature published through the decades of Victoria’s long reign. In order to get some sense of how literature was beginning to cross borders in this decade, you will look at works by English authors and also a French and an American writer. The following works will be studied: Old Man Goriot (Honoré de Balzac, 1835); The Vicar of Wrexhill (Frances Trollope, 1837); The Pickwick Papers (Charles Dickens, 1837); The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket (Edgar Allan Poe, 1838).
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024Times:2:30pm - 4:30pmDuration:14 sessionsLocation:Exeter Community Centre (Exeter)
17 St. Davids Hill
Exeter
EX4 3RGTutor:Greta DepledgeCourse code:Q00016877How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £109.20
Art Appreciation: An Introduction to How to Look at Paintings.
Have you ever wondered how to look at a painting or what draws you to it? This session will give you an introduction and some key pathways to develop your understanding and appreciation of paintings.
Looking at how the painter makes depth and Space or how the painter uses colour and light.
We will mainly study the technical and visual aspects of a painting: What is a painting made of? And how to look at its scale, format, composition, colours, lines and texture?
This is quite literally an “eye-opener”, and should make your next visits to art galleries even more enjoyable!
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 10/09/2024Times:2:00pm - 5:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Caroline LevisseCourse code:Q00018680How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £12.00
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Cooking Practical: Festive Cooking
The intention of this course is for the you to learn about different worldwide festivals, both cultural and religious, and how food often plays a part in these celebrations. The course is designed to promote confidence and independence in cooking. The theme of the term is festive cooking. During the course you will look at festivals celebrated in the autumn, up to and including Christmas. You will also learn about the celebrations of other cultures, traditions and festivals. As well as preparing food from other cultures and religions, you will learn about the reason behind the festive foods that are prepared and eaten.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024Times:9:30am - 1:30pmDuration:13 sessionsLocation:Sacred Heart Church Hall
8 Townsend Road
Minehead
TA24 5RGTutor:Rebecca WilliamsCourse code:Q00017068How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £218.40
Entry Level Essential Digital Skills: Beginners Digital Skills (E2/E3)SCC
Welcome to the Beginners Digital course for Entry 2/Entry 3 ESOL students! This course helps you build foundational computer and digital skills while improving your English. Learn to use computers, navigate the internet, send emails, and use smartphones and tablets. Gain confidence in typing, basic document creation, and safe internet practices. Easy-to-follow lessons ensure a supportive learning environment.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Thu 26/09/2024Times:12:15pm - 2:45pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017135How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £79.80
Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Communication Skills for Support Staff
Develop effective communication skills for supporting students and staff with our Communication Skills for Support Staff course. Learn strategies for clear and empathetic communication in educational settings. Ideal for individuals working in or aspiring to work in support roles in schools.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 01/10/2024Times:4:00pm - 6:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Laura HowsenCourse code:Q00018602How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.00
Get Ready for Functional Maths (Entry Level 3)
Set yourself up for success with an Entry level 3 functional skills in maths. This get ready course helps you prepare to tackle entry 3 maths with confidence. The essential maths skills you’ll learn will help you get your qualification and serve you in everyday life.
Get ready courses help you learn maths at your own pace. The idea of this course is to give you extra study time to acquire the knowledge you’ll need for entry level 3 maths.
This is a preparatory maths course for people who are looking to progress to entry 3 functional skills courses. It is a non-accredited adult maths course.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Zaynab Al HakeemCourse code:Q00017262How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
Pre-Entry Digital Skills: Beginners Part 1
Learn to use digital devices and gain essential digital skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for those who feel somewhat confident with their digital skills or would like to improve them, so don’t worry if this is new to you. Learn to use your phone, your keyboard, calendar, notes, contact list and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to take and upload pictures and search for information online.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Tue 05/11/2024Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ESTutor:Humera MehrbanCourse code:Q00015611How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £73.60
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 2)
Build on your communication skills with this ESOL speaking and listening course. This English course for adults is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you improve your speaking and listening skills to communicate better in English.
Entry 2 ESOL courses are right for you if you have basic speaking and listening skills in English. This course will help you gain confidence to speak about everyday topics and improve your comprehension. There are also reading and writing courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Tue 10/09/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:28 sessionsLocation:Everton Nursery School and Family Centre
Spencer Street
Liverpool
North West
L6 2WFTutor:Alan McKenzieCourse code:Q00018865Availability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00