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Literature: Representations of Childhood
From the most idealised to the most troubled narratives, childhood has consistently been a source of inspiration in literature. In this course, we will be considering how a range of authors represent childhood, the themes that connect with this idea, and how different contexts have changed how childhood is portrayed. Through our discussions, we will be analysing texts across different genres, reflecting on the questions and challenges that writers face when representing this profoundly influential stage in life.
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Dates:Tue 17/09/2024 -
Tue 26/11/2024Times:1:30pm - 3:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Clare JacksonCourse code:Q00017743How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Art Practical: Portraiture Painting
This course aims to introduce students to the art of portraiture in a relaxed and supportive environment.
You will learn how to draw the face and features correctly with a final project.
This class is ideal for beginners who would like to learn new skills or improve old ones.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Frank FerrieCourse code:Q00009660How you'll learn:OnlineStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £84.00
Foreign Languages: Learning Italian
Welcome to the Italian Beginners Course! Embark on an exciting journey to learn the basics of Italian. Through fun, interactive lessons, you'll master common greetings, essential vocabulary, and pronunciation. Progress to basic conversations about everyday topics like food, travel, and hobbies. You'll learn to order in a bar, discuss friends and family, and ask for simple touristic information. Explore Italian culture, traditions, and landmarks to deepen your understanding. By the end of the course, you'll feel confident introducing yourself in Italian and engaging in simple conversations. Let’s begin this adventure together! Buon viaggio! (Have a good journey!)
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Giuseppa PerriconeCourse code:Q00015934How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £81.40
Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Information and study skills for level 3
This course is essential for learners who are learning via online and using the Canvas as a virtual learning environment.
The course will cover essential skills such as how to log onto the canvas, how to to upload assignments on the canvas, send emails using the canvas inbox and use zoom. This training equips you with essential skills on how to learn effectively using the canvas and zoom applications. By the end of the course, you'll be both confident and proficient in using the features on both the canvas and zoom to successfully complete your learning online. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:10:00am - 3:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Kailash ParekhCourse code:Q00015650How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £111.00
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Art Practical: Drawing from Scratch
Learn to develop drawing skills of line, tone and form and create art inspired by objects around you. Using a variety of equipment including pencils, charcoal,pen and ink, you will create some unique and inspiring creations to take home or gift to family and friends.
This course is a great way to gain confidence in your art and develop your skills. Anybody can join whether you have a wealth of experience or none at all. Art is whatever you want it to be.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:9:00am - 10:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00010172How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:5 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art
Learn painting techniques inspired by historical and contemporary abstract artists.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00010181How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Art Practical: Abstracting Landscapes
Learn to develop painting skills and colour mixing, inspired by the world around you.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:3:00pm - 4:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00010182How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Schools, Parenting and Child Development: Help Your Child with English and Maths
As a parent or carer, you want the best for your children and you want to help them get the most out of their time at school. Join other parents like you, to discover more about what is taught in UK schools.
During this course, you will learn how to support your child’s education in the UK. You will learn what you can do at home to help improve your child’s skills in maths and English. Find out more about how you can join the school community and meet other parents.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00009422How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Literature: Nordic Noir
This course will examine the publishing phenomenon of
Nordic Noir, locating its roots in the early twentieth century,
before exploring four contemporary novels from the genre.
Our texts will be Doctor Glas by Hjalmar Soderberg; Smilla’s
Sense of Snow by Peter Hoeg; The Bird Tribunal - Agnes
Ravatn; The Flatey Enigma - Viktor Arnor Ingolfson and
Missing - Karin Alvtegen.
These texts will take us inside the mind of Nordic Noir and we
will evaluate the common features of the genre and its
relationship with crime-fiction, horror and recent forms of
Gothic literature.
There will be ample scope for lively discussion in our sessions
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 28/11/2024Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017459How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Practical Art: Watercolours for Complete Beginners (Part 1)
Do you want to learn the basics of watercolours? Have you tried before and given up in frustration? Why not join this course for support and encouragement? Watercolour, simply put, is water mixed with pigment which is then applied to paper. But painting with watercolours is something entirely different. It can be complex, confusing, and fun at the same time. While not a medium to be controlled or manipulated, part of the very beauty of working with watercolours is learning to let go! Come and join us to find out more.
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Dates:Thu 19/09/2024 -
Thu 05/12/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Deborah CroftsCourse code:Q00017574How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00