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Literature: Crime through Time
For the last century, crime fiction has been the most popular and lucrative of literary subgenres. But this commercial success belies a formal inventiveness and experiment, a constant drive to ‘make it new’, which has long been central to the genre. In this course we will read six crime novels (and three short stories) which chart the development of crime fiction. As well as considering each of these novels in isolation from week to week, we will also use the seven week course to ask ourselves: how has crime fiction changed through the years, and how has it remained the same? No previous knowledge of crime fiction is necessary – everybody is most welcome!
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Dates:Tue 01/10/2024 -
Tue 19/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Blofield Court House (BLOFIELD)
28 Yarmouth Road
BLOFIELD
NR13 4JUTutor:Joseph WilliamsCourse code:Q00018194How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Literature: The Story of the Detective Story
The detective story is one of the most popular literary genres, as well as one that has produced some classic novels. Each week we focus on a short detective story or novel, reading and discussing key passages. The selected novels are in chronological order, from the 19th century to modern times. We begin with Edgar Allen Poe and Conan Doyle, and end with Sophie Hannah. We’ll be able to share and debate interpretations, sharpen our critical and appreciative faculties, understand what detective fiction can tell us about the society and culture that produced it, and, hopefully, be inspired to read other works by the writers featured on the course.
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Dates:Wed 02/10/2024 -
Wed 13/11/2024Times:2:00pm - 4:00pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Wesley Hall (Barnet)
High Barnet Methodist Church
9 Stapylton Road
Barnet
EN5 4JJTutor:Brandon RobshawCourse code:Q00017365How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £60.00
Creative Writing: Creating & Developing Characters
You will practice techniques for creating short stories, true or untrue, in fortnightly sessions, and apply the principles of short fiction to our writing, with the focus this term on character creation.
There will be writing exercises, discussions, an optional weekly homework task and feedback. You will be given guidance on feedback techniques will be provided.
Course content is flexible, and will be adapted to suit the needs of the group. Suitable for improvers.
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Dates:Thu 03/10/2024 -
Thu 14/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Catherine HumphrisCourse code:Q00009227How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:0 places remainingStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £55.50
Pre-Entry ESOL: Beginners Conversation Class - Brighton
This Pre-Entry Beginners English ESOL Conversation Class is designed for non-native speakers with little to no English proficiency. Held on Monday mornings in Brighton, East Sussex, this course offers a friendly and supportive environment for those starting their English language journey. The focus is on developing basic conversational ̨Íåswag, essential vocabulary, and simple sentence structures through interactive activities, group discussions, and role-plays. Ideal for building confidence in speaking and understanding English, the class encourages learners to practice and improve at their own pace. Join us to start communicating more effectively in English!
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Dates:Mon 07/10/2024 -
Mon 16/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Jubilee Library
Jubilee Street
Brighton
BN1 1GETutor:Jane PerrinCourse code:Q00019312How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
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History: The Decline of the Ottoman Empire 1800-1892
The once mighty Ottoman Empire lost some of its lustre during the 18th Century. After its armies reached the walls of Vienna in 1683 the boundaries of the Sublime Porte contracted in a series of military, diplomatic and economic reverses. This course considers the ways in which the Ottomans responded to a changing world in the 19th century, seeking to preserve their position within it. We examine questions of politics, religion, language, culture and economics whilst all the while having an eye towards the consequences for the region, Europe and the world then and now
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Dates:Mon 07/10/2024 -
Mon 09/12/2024Times:6:00pm - 8:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Laurie JohnstonCourse code:Q00017426How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Entry Level ESOL: ESOL Literature (E2/E3)
This ESOL Literature course is for E2/E3 students who want to improve their English. You will read and talk about different stories, poems, and parts of books. The course will help you understand what you read and learn new words. You will do fun activities, talk in groups, and write about what you read. This will help you get better at reading, writing, speaking, and listening in English. The course is designed to make learning enjoyable and to help you feel more confident using English.
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Dates:Tue 08/10/2024 -
Tue 05/11/2024Times:12:15pm - 2:15pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Irma GoughCourse code:Q00017086How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
History: The Decline of the Ottoman Empire 1800-1892
The once mighty Ottoman Empire lost some of its lustre during the 18th Century. After its armies reached the walls of Vienna in 1683 the boundaries of the Sublime Porte contracted in a series of military, diplomatic and economic reverses. This course considers the ways in which the Ottomans responded to a changing world in the 19th century, seeking to preserve their position within it. We examine questions of politics, religion, language, culture and economics whilst all the while having an eye towards the consequences for the region, Europe and the world then and now
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Dates:Wed 09/10/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Ripley Arts Centre (Bromley)
24 Sundridge Avenue
Bromley
BR1 2PXTutor:Laurie JohnstonCourse code:Q00017441How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £80.00
Creative Writing Weekend Bootcamp: Essentials of story!
Over 5 hours in one weekend, you’ll set a daily achievable goal, refresh an element of story craft through the tutor’s stimulating exercises and extracts from published texts and write! We’ll immerse ourselves in short and longer writing exercises and get feedback from the tutor and peers when you share in pairs.
Imagine the amount of work and momentum you’ll build over these two mornings. Set yourself up for success.
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Dates:Sat 12/10/2024 -
Sun 13/10/2024Times:10:00am - 12:30pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola TorodeCourse code:Q00019278How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £23.50
Creative Writing: Advanced Creative Writing and Journaling for Wellbeing
Do you love writing and want to write for money and/or because it floats your boat and makes you happy? Then join like-minded writers in advancing your ̨Íåswag at memoir and fiction, poetic lyrics and drama for stage and screen. Writing can be done from home, though not in a vacuum and this is the perfect opportunity to bounce ideas around, gain insights and try things out.
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Dates:Sat 12/10/2024 -
Sat 14/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Sarah WardleCourse code:Q00017026How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £74.00
Reading to Improve Fluency (Entry 1)
Welcome to our ‘Reading for Fluency’, course. This course focuses on improving fluency in English reading for ESOL Entry 1 students. Over 21 hours, students will practice reading simple texts such as short stories, articles, and everyday materials. Emphasis will be on developing reading speed, pronunciation, and understanding. Activities include reading aloud, group discussions, and comprehension exercises. By the end of the course, students will have enhanced their reading fluency and confidence, making it easier to understand and enjoy English texts.
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Dates:Mon 14/10/2024 -
Wed 06/11/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:Clovelly Centre (Southampton)
60-68 Clovelly Road
Southampton
SO14 0AUTutor:Saima UsmanCourse code:Q00017303How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £50.40