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World Cinema
We will consider a range of films, from classics to contemporary cinema. We will discuss the style and meaning of diverse extracts drawing on key ideas from Film Studies. We will consider films from diverse countries, comparing and contrasting these with American and British cinema. The class will be organised around discussion of selected extracts, with guidance on points to look for, including different aspects of film such as the screenplay and cinematography. Students will be encouraged to develop their responses in small groups. Case studies will be included on Alfred Hitchcock and British cinema.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Compass Theatre (Ickenham)
Glebe Avenue
Ickenham
UB10 8PDTutor:Daniel WilliamsCourse code:Q00017584How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
Literature: Selected plays by Aristophanes
Aristophanes (c.450-388 BCE) writing in the Fifth Century is regarded as the key author in Ancient Greek comedy. His plays will be studied, read and workshopped. We shall look at how his plays might be put on, and staged today. His plays often have structures similar to a sketch show and he uses many comic devices still popular with comedians today. His plays are a little rude though (sometimes very rude). We shall look at how he creates his comic characters and situations. We shall discuss the issues that he wants to write about and consider if these are still relevant to a modern audience trying to make sense of the political and social world today. Over ten weeks, two to three plays will be discussed and workshopped to appreciate the various theatrical devices that Aristophanes often uses.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:The Greenleaf Centre (Walthamstow)
67-69 Greenleaf Road
Walthamstow
E17 6QPTutor:Thomas CroweCourse code:Q00017605How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
Creative Writing: Return of the Short Story
The short story is making a comeback - varied, rule-breaking and fun, interest in this once side-lined form is expanding. Writing a compelling short is a craft within itself and sometimes regarded as a ‘dark art’ - Does every word really need to count? When does the story really start? When should it end? We explore the varying forms, cross the genres and consider the outlets. There’s never been a better time to find inspiration and get motivated, if you have an idea for a story - now is the time.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:George CromackCourse code:Q00020226How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 2)
Build on basic reading skills with these ESOL classes. This is an English course for beginners. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses help you learn basic English for life in the UK and improve your chances of finding work or study options.
This ESOL entry 2 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Grow your vocabulary and improve your reading skills in English. There are also writing and speaking & listening courses at this level.
If you’re helping others find ESOL courses in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Thu 15/05/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:30 sessionsLocation:Bakersfield Community Centre (Nottingham
312 Sneinton Dale
Nottingham
NG3 7DNTutor:Maria Tawfik BitranaCourse code:Q00019225How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Film Studies: 5 Forgotten Gems of French Cinema
A friendly and accessible course looking at a selection of 5 films from France, we examine, have fun and discuss a selection of often overlooked works from France, some classic and some more modern. A selection of ‘convention breakers’, you may wonder why you’ve never seen. This course aims to promote knowledge, understanding, appreciation and confidence regarding film and cinema in general, whilst also aiding our critical thinking and well-being in general. We consider running themes, artistic intentions, critical and audience appeal then and now. Identifying differing techniques and approaches, historical context; whilst also highlighting specialist language and terminology: developing communication skills and confidence in delivering informed feedback.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:George CromackCourse code:Q00020080How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 2)
Build up your writing skills with these ESOL classes. This English course for beginners is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you learn writing skills that will support you to work or study in the UK.
This ESOL entry 2 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 1. Expand your knowledge of grammar and improve your writing skills in English. There are also reading and speaking & listening 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 14/01/2025 -
Thu 19/06/2025Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:38 sessionsLocation:Reading International Solidarity Centre
35-39 London Street
Reading
RG1 4PSTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00018522How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Level 1 ESOL: How to become an ESOL volunteer
Learn how to become an ESOL volunteer with our comprehensive course. Gain the skills and knowledge needed to support English language learners. Ideal for individuals looking to volunteer and make a positive impact in their community.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Derek RobinsonCourse code:Q00018887How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Award in Education and Training Level 3
Kickstart your education career with this introductory teaching qualification. Experience the buzz of learning environments and get a view into the profession. Learn essential teaching skills and open doors to further education jobs in this Education and Training course.
This course prepares you for teaching jobs working with adults. These can include roles as a tutor, learning assistant, teaching assistant, or trainer in universities, Sixth Form colleges, or other adult learning settings.
This Level 3 Award in Teaching and Education is the first step towards a fulfilling career in teaching. If you want to get a teaching qualification, this foundational course can give you a taste of the industry before you move onto higher level qualifications.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 11/03/2025Times:9:30am - 2:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Gillian HuntCourse code:Q00017880How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £300.00
Get Ready for Functional Skills English Level 1
This intermediate level course is for learners wanting to get ready for their Functional Skills English Level 1 Reading exam course. This 'Get Ready' course will help you practise the skills you need to move on to the following accredited level 1 course.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Thu 27/02/2025Times:12:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QHTutor:Sasha NovikovaCourse code:Q00009291How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £126.00
Literature: German Literature Post 1945
This course, composed of new texts, builds on similar courses on German literature given by Stephen Smith. Four novels and one poet will be analysed and placed in context over the 10 weeks’ duration of the course.
The first text, The Passenger by Ulrich Alexander Boschwitz, was actually written in 1938, but having recently been rediscovered, it is too good not to include. We will begin with this novel and then explore:
Vertigo - WG Sebald.
Lost - Hans Ulrich Treichel.
Kairos - Jenny Erpenbeck.
The Poetry of Durs Grunbein.
The course will offer great scope for discussion of excellent texts, which are intellectually, imaginatively and emotional stimulating.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017914How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00