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Maths Online Self Study Course (Multiply Norfolk)
This course is for residents of Norfolk only- Please only apply for this course if you live in the County of Norfolk.
Do you lack confidence with numbers? On this self-study course, you will use the WEA's fun, engaging, interactive multimedia resources to help grow your confidence with maths. You can learn at your own pace, at a time that suits you and take as long as you need to complete the course. From working out your household budget, to helping your kids with their school work, there is a module for you. From time to time, one of our friendly Numeracy Coaches will check in with you to provide any support that you need.
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Dates:Tue 01/08/2023 -
Sat 01/03/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00011222How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Multiply - Number Confidence: Online Learning (West Sussex)
Learn at your own pace in your own time, with or without the support of our Numeracy Champions and improve your number ̨Íåswag at home, work and in daily life. You use numbers every day, from working your household budget to helping the kids with their homework. Every time you do the weekly shop or trying to keep up with the cost-of-living crisis, you’re using maths ̨Íåswag.
If you'd like further information, or need help with booking please email: [email protected]
*Please note you can access this course at a time that suits you as many times as you like! Sessions below are indicative only
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Dates:Thu 25/01/2024 -
Wed 25/12/2024Location:OnlineCourse code:Q00013792How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Counselling
This course focuses on an understanding of counselling and developing practical ̨Íåswag. The importance of counselling for the wellbeing of individuals and society is being increasingly recognised. You will be introduced to the nature of counselling and learn and practice active listening ̨Íåswag such as reflecting, paraphrasing, summarising, and giving feedback. The course is aimed at anyone who may be considering either a career in counselling, or wanting to develop valuable helping and listening ̨Íåswag, as well as anyone interested in developing self-awareness.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progress
Functional ̨Íåswag Maths
Gain a GCSE-equivalent qualification with this functional ̨Íåswag maths course. Learn maths ̨Íåswag to open doors to work and study opportunities. Functional maths courses also support you in everyday situations.
Learn maths as an adult and enjoy the experience. Functional maths helps you develop practical maths ̨Íåswag in context. Understand how numeracy ̨Íåswag can assist you in a job or your personal life.
This functional ̨Íåswag maths course teaches you essential maths ̨Íåswag through practical examples. It’s ideal for you if you would like to gain a GCSE-equivalent maths qualification.
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Dates:Thu 01/08/2024 -
Thu 31/07/2025Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000006How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Literature: Classic American Short Stories
This day school focuses on three short stories from the American literary tradition by Alice Walker, Ernest Hemingway, and Edith Wharton. The session includes tutor presentations and group discussions about each story. Resources will be available before the session for pre- and post-session reflection. During the day, we will analyse specific excerpts and broader cultural contexts, exploring how fiction connects to the real world. Join us for an engaging exploration of these iconic American authors and their contributions to literature.
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Dates:Sat 19/10/2024 -
Sat 19/10/2024Times:10:30am - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Norwich Millennium Library (Norwich)
Millennium Library
The Forum, Millennium Plain
Norwich
NR2 1AWTutor:James ClarkeCourse code:Q00017993How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Art Practical: Arts & Crafts for Wellbeing
Indulge your creativity while nurturing your wellbeing by joining us on this Arts and Crafts course designed to provide relaxation, self-expression, and practical ̨Íåswag, whilst exploring your artistic style. Through a series of hands-on sessions, you will explore the therapeutic benefits of crafting while learning to create beautiful pieces from fabric, glass jars, and natural materials. From crafting beads to dabbling with macramé techniques, embellishing vases to repurposing old fabrics into new decorations, this course offers a holistic approach to artistic expression and self-care, as well as helping to foster an interest in crafty recycling and how we can use found, natural materials to create unique artwork.
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Dates:Wed 23/10/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Belle Isle Tenant Management Org. Commun
The Gate ,Off Haverfield Rd
Leeds
LS10 3QHTutor:Victoria BouldCourse code:Q00019326How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Personal Development: BSL Next Steps Developing Confidence to Sign
This is a fun and interactive course, ideal to follow on from the Beginners BSL. The intention of this course is to develop ̨Íåswag in BSL for community engagement, further learning and possibly employment in a school/work setting. The course will run for 14 guided learning hours and will be taught at St Mary’s Community Centre, Pontefract with the facilitation of Canvas as a virtual learning platform. Learners will be fully supported in achieving the learning outcomes for the course and the intention is that the course will help them to further develop their confidence in order for them to engage in signed conversations with their peers.
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Dates:Thu 07/11/2024 -
Thu 19/12/2024Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)
The Circle
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AYTutor:Caroline CleghornCourse code:Q00012515How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:In progressFee:Free
Art Appreciation: Art through the lens of the Anthropocene
With the advent of the Industrial Revolution, we entered the age of the Anthropocene, where humans become the single most influential species on the planet. Today, discussions on environmental issues such as climate change and biodiversity have permeated practically all aspects of our lives, yet the field of art history remains less affected. This course aims to look at well-known artworks from the 19th and 20th century through the lens of the Anthropocene and invites learners to appreciate new ways of linking art with daily life.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:5:00pm - 6:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Shijia YuCourse code:Q00017295How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
SCC-ESOL Improve your Reading ̨Íåswag (Pre Entry)
Welcome to our ‘Improve your Reading ̨Íåswag’ course. This course is designed for pre-entry ESOL learners to improve their English reading ̨Íåswag. During this course, you will practice reading simple texts like stories, articles, menus, and signs. The course will help you learn new words, understand sentences, and find main ideas. Activities include reading aloud, group discussions, and fun exercises. You will also learn ways to quickly find information in texts. By the end of the course, you will feel more confident reading English and enjoy it more.
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Dates:Fri 08/11/2024 -
Fri 13/12/2024Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017239How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to £88.20
Pre-Entry ESOL: ESOL Conversation ̨Íåswag for Beginners (Portsmouth)
This pre-entry level ESOL course will help you to communicate basic ideas in English. You will practise reading, writing, speaking and listening, with a focus on conversation ̨Íåswag. You will also learn new vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and start to learn about basic English grammar.
You will work with other learners at a similar level and be expected to take part in pair and group activities in the classroom.
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Dates:Tue 12/11/2024 -
Tue 07/01/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Somerstown Central Community Hub (Souths
Rivers Street
Somerstown
Southsea
PO5 4EYTutor:Taaziz GradaCourse code:Q00012138How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £88.20