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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
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
Film & Media: 125 Years of British Cinema and The Women Who Built The Film Industry
The course aims to introduce learners to the long history of British film, its unique institutions, and how its story crosses over with both that of Hollywood and of the European film industries closer to home. We’ll take a deep dive into each major historical period of the industry in the context of its times and wider social change, from the earliest cinematic experiments to the present day. With a wealth of clips and background material.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 25/03/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Royston Town Hall (Royston)
Melbourn Street
Royston
SG8 7BSTutor:Christopher BuddCourse code:Q00019483How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
Award in ESOL ̨Íåswag for Life (Writing) (Entry 2)
Build up your writing ̨Íåswag with these ESOL classes. This English course for beginners is aimed at speakers of other languages. It will help you learn writing ̨Íåswag that will support you to work or study in the UK.
This ESOL entry 2 writing course builds on ̨Íåswag you learnt at entry 1. Expand your knowledge of grammar and improve your writing ̨Íåswag 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
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Level 1 ESOL: How to become an ESOL volunteer
Learn how to become an ESOL volunteer with our comprehensive course. Gain the ̨Íåswag 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
ESOL Reading (Pre-Entry)
This is a pre-entry ESOL course, this course will give you some ̨Íåswag to communicate some basic ideas in English. Through a range of activities, you will develop ̨Íåswag to help you improve your all your four ̨Íåswag: speaking, listening, reading and writing, with a focus on speaking and listening activities.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:36 sessionsLocation:Malcolm X Community Centre (BRISTOL)
141 City Road
St Pauls
BRISTOL
BS2 8YHTutor:Sabiha HussainiCourse code:Q00009806How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Professional development: Step into apprenticeships
This course will help you to understand the opportunities available to you through apprenticeships. Ever wondered how apprenticeships work and who they are for? Thought you were too old to start an apprenticeship? This course will develop your knowledge and awareness of the variety of apprenticeships available to you. Discover how to learn while competing on the job training in a specific role and how an apprenticeship can benefit your personal development. This course may lead to further training, higher education and employment.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 18/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Inna GorobetsCourse code:Q00015544How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £44.40
Professional development: Step into construction
This introduction course will develop your understanding of the construction industry and the ̨Íåswag needed to access opportunities. The UK construction industry is renowned for high standards expected from both its workers and its employers. Learn what these expectations are and why these are important to employers. Discover which organisations offer construction opportunities and how to access these. Develop knowledge and awareness of other qualifications you may need to gain work within this sector and how to access these, such as a CSCS Card, Health and Safety within Construction.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
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Dates:Tue 14/01/2025 -
Thu 13/02/2025Times:9:30am - 12:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Lewis WellerCourse code:Q00015571How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £103.60
History: How we used to Live (3) – Urban Housing
This course will give you an outline of the history of urban and suburban housing in Britain over the last 200 years. As Britain’s industrial cities expanded, thousands of people wanted somewhere suitable to live. For the expanding middle classes of clerks, bankers and other professionals, this meant a respectable home to buy or rent.
We will explore how how the expansion of the railways led to the development of suburbs as workers could travel further to their workplace. We will see how the aspiration of owning one’s own home became achievable with the development of building societies and how Britain became a home-owning society.
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Dates:Wed 15/01/2025 -
Wed 05/02/2025Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:4 sessionsLocation:St Olave's Church Hall (York)
Marygate Lane
York
YO30 7BJTutor:Katherine CroftCourse code:Q00018369How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
Pre-Entry Digital ̨Íåswag: Intermediate Part 1
Use Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Word to create letters, posters, and tables. Learn to use Outlook to email files as attachments and Canvas to upload your work. By the end, you'll be prepared for further online learning and gain ̨Íåswag that enhance your employability. Designed to equip you with practical digital ̨Íåswag, making you more efficient and proficient in using essential office software. Provides valuable tools for success in the digital age for personal development or career advancement.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
Participants must live in Coventry Area Postcodes CV1 to CV6 inclusive.
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Dates:Wed 15/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:30pmDuration:5 sessionsLocation:Watch Charity Ltd (Coventry)
10-12 Victoria Street
Coventry
CV1 5LZTutor:Shirley BateCourse code:Q00015616How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £52.50