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Creative Writing: How to Write Contemporary Poems
On this course we will explore:
● How the ghosts of metre and rhyme may exist in free
verse, and how to achieve this
● How rhythm is generated within free verse through sonic
devices.
● How rhythms of conversational speech are related to the
rhythm of free verse, and how this produces a form of
elevated speech.
● Rhyme and Rhythm in traditional poetry.
The course will explore one technique each week and concentrate
on workshopping this via the development of a subject during each
session. These sessions will be built from structured inspiration
tasks, discussion and experimentation with ideas and languages.
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Dates:Sat 21/09/2024 -
Sat 19/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017466How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Literature: Nature Writers (Prose and Poetry)
Interested in Nature writers who have worked with prose and poetry? This day school will explore the works of John Clare, Emily Bronte, and Gretel Ehrlich, with a glance at other relevant authors. Resources will be available on for pre- and post-course reading. The day will include presentations and group discussions on each writer’s work, moving between specific writings and the broader cultural context. This will help us understand how fiction connects to the ‘real’ world.
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Dates:Sat 21/09/2024 -
Sat 21/09/2024Times:10:30am - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Norwich Millennium Library (Norwich)
Millennium Library
The Forum, Millennium Plain
Norwich
NR2 1AWTutor:James ClarkeCourse code:Q00017998How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Textiles and Fashion: Machine Sewing for Beginners
If you are new to machine sewing this course is for you. It is a beginner’s course which will introduce you to the different functions of a sewing machine. You will learn how to use a machine for a variety of projects. We will also explore the language used in sewing and try out some basic sewing techniques, types of stitches and also different ways to seam fabric. You will have an opportunity to develop your creative skills and safe money on simple clothing alterations and repairs
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Dates:Sat 21/09/2024 -
Sat 26/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Karl Telfer-BannerCourse code:Q00016269How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40
Pre-Entry ESOL: ESOL for Living
Discover the wonderful world of the English language with this Pre Entry ESOL course.
It will help you to develop reading skills in English.
Whether you have studied Pre Entry ESOL before or you are completely new to it,
you will find value in this ESOL course.
Develop your basic English skills to enable you to recognise the alphabet, simple words and sentences, letter formation and punctuation.
You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm.
Start your language journey today by registering for this course.
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Dates:Mon 23/09/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:23 sessionsLocation:Pembury House Children's Centre (London)
Lansdowne Road
Tottenham
London
N17 9XETutor:Sanae ZiyaniCourse code:Q00010491How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £201.60
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Get Ready for Functional Skills English (Entry 2)
Set yourself up for success at learning English with this Getting Ready for Functional Skills Entry 2 English preparation course. Get an English qualification to help you access a variety of work and study options. Functional skills courses in English teach you to read, write, and communicate confidently in English. Functional skills English isn’t like learning English at school. This is an English course for adults created by adults. Develop practical English skills by learning language in context.
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Dates:Mon 23/09/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024Times:1:00pm - 3:00pmDuration:13 sessionsLocation:Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LHTutor:Roma PatelCourse code:Q00017551How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £150.00
Art Practical: Arts & Crafts for beginners
Welcome to the world of creativity! This beginners' course in arts and crafts is designed to introduce you to various artistic techniques and mediums, providing you with a solid foundation to explore your creativity. Whether you're a complete novice or someone looking to refresh their skills, this course will guide you through the fundamentals of different art forms, encouraging you to express yourself through hands-on projects.
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Dates:Mon 23/09/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:11 sessionsLocation:Victoria Hall Methodist Church (Sheffiel
Norfolk Street
Sheffield
S1 2JBTutor:Lizzy AlageswaranCourse code:Q00017808How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £92.40
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:Mon 23/09/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Helen WatsonCourse code:Q00010735How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Philosophy: Reasons, Explanations and Justifications
When people ask why someone does something (for example why they lie) or what the reason for something is (for example for flooding or increased support for a political movement,) what exactly are they asking ? This course introduces you to three philosophical answers to this question. The first is to distinguish types of reason – ‘explanatory’, ‘motivating’, and ‘normative’. The second consists in pointing out that there are different reasons for accepting a statement as valid – truth, rightness (e.g. moral), and truthfulness. The third is to specify criteria for what creates or maintains moral or political justification. The course is intended to help you think more clearly about the ‘why question’ and to bring useful insights to what can be contentious topics.
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Dates:Mon 23/09/2024 -
Mon 25/11/2024Times:9:00am - 11:00amDuration:9 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Bettina LangeCourse code:Q00017669How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:£59.20
History: Antisemitism from the birth of Christianity to the Final Solution
We will study the mutating virus of anti-semitism, through an exploration of the ancient template shaped by Christianity and examine key explosions of anti-Jewish violence and prejudice which Hitler was able to exploit, tragically culminating in the Final Solution. Through discussion and debate we will also spend time as a group examining contemporary Holocaust denial, distortion and conspiracy theories. Finally we will look at the current antisemitism accusations within the Labour party and its impact
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Dates:Mon 23/09/2024 -
Mon 25/11/2024Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:David HalliwellCourse code:Q00016180How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Fitness and Exercise: Dance for Health and Wellbeing
Dancing for health and wellbeing classes with Katie are a fun and gentle way of getting your body moving. Enjoyable exercise for every type of body aimed at all abilities, with no dance experience necessary. Based on contemporary dance, the style is smooth and safe, low impact and low intensity.
Come along whether you are a beginner or someone who has more experience as this course is designed for everybody to get the maximum benefit for health and wellbeing.
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Dates:Mon 23/09/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Nottingham Womens Centre (NOTTINGHAM)
30 Chaucer Street
NOTTINGHAM
NG1 5LPTutor:Katie KelseyCourse code:Q00016228How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £63.00