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Using Canvas to Learn
Studying online is a fun and effective way to learn. This course will teach you to use Canvas so that you can get the most out of WEA courses. You鈥檒l learn digital skills to support you to study WEA online courses.
This Canvas course is ideal for you if you鈥檙e considering taking a WEA course but feel unsure of your digital skills. It鈥檚 appropriate for complete beginners, so don鈥檛 worry if this is new to you.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 25/09/2024Times:9:30am - 11:30amDuration:2 sessionsLocation:WEA (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TDTutor:Chantal NgounouCourse code:Q00017225How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:9 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to 拢16.80
Confidence to Learn: Using Canvas to Learn
Are you considering learning new skills or changing careers? Transitioning back into education after a break can be challenging. This course aims to equip you with the confidence needed to re-enter the classroom environment comfortably.
Boost your self-esteem and conquer obstacles preventing you from moving forward with confidence. By the course's end, you will feel empowered to pursue your learning objectives confidently.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 30/04/2025Times:2:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:29 sessionsLocation:Community House (London)
311 Fore Street
London
N9 0PZTutor:Soad HalawaCourse code:Q00017636How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to 拢37.80
Entry Level 3 English Speaking and Listening Study Programme
The "Entry Level 3 English Speaking and Listening" program is designed to enhance your communication skills while familiarising you with basic computer usage and online learning platforms. This course covers essential computer skills, using the Canvas platform for learning, and improving your English speaking and listening abilities. Through interactive lessons and practical exercises, you'll gain confidence in using technology and communicating effectively in English in order to gain an Entry Level 3 English Speaking and Listening qualification.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Location:Central Community Centre
Lindum Street
Scunthorpe
DN15 6QUCourse code:P00000100How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Literature: Fables of Robert Louis Stevenson
The course presents all twenty-two 鈥渇ables鈥 of Robert Louis Stevenson, some as short as a few lines, others running to several pages, all of them challenging the reader with unexpected approaches to human life. We will read all the fables in six weeks, coming together on Zoom to share responses and questions, examine the literary merits and explore the ways the fables might enhance our understanding of ourselves and others we come into contact with day by day. There are podcasts for each fable to supplement our discussions, as well as space on the Canvas site to continue the Zoom discussions.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:1:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00019024How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to 拢33.30
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Duration:12 monthsFee:拢15
Literature: The Fables of Robert Louis Stevenson
The course presents all twenty-two 鈥渇ables鈥 of Robert Louis Stevenson, some as short as a few lines, others running to several pages, all of them challenging the reader with unexpected approaches to human life. We will read all the fables in six weeks, coming together on Zoom to share responses and questions, examine the literary merits and explore the ways the fables might enhance our understanding of ourselves and others we come into contact with day by day. There are podcasts for each fable to supplement our discussions, as well as space on the Canvas site to continue the Zoom discussions.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:1:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Robert-Louis AbrahamsonCourse code:Q00019254How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to 拢33.00
Art Practical: Art for Wellbeing
Learners will work with the tutor to improve confidence in their ability to develop their artistic skills and creativity within oil painting. You will be developing the skills to create a detailed landscape painting; challenging yourself to try new and different subjects.
You will learn using a range of different teaching and learning activities, to include watching and following step by step demonstrations, with one-to-one help and guidance from a friendly and encouraging tutor.
You will learn in a safe, welcoming and supportive environment, working together with your fellow learners and the tutor.
This course is suitable for a complete beginner but also for those wanting to improve their existing skills in painting.
No prior knowledge is needed, just a desire to learn and begin your journey to develop your artistic skills.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Hull Quaker Meeting House (HULL)
2-10 Bean Street
HULL
HU3 2PRTutor:Julie SmithCourse code:Q00017859How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to 拢84.00
Entry Level ESOL: Entry level 2 Reading
Develop your reading skills with this non-accredited course. This English course is for speakers of other languages and is a face-to-face class in a local centre. This ESOL Reading course helps people who want to inprove their English. It will help you strengthen your ability to read letters, leaflets and other reading matter regulary seen in everyday life. What we will cover: - Using maps, diagrams and photographs to obtain information; identify and use common sources of information; find information from a range of different texts (such as letters, emails, leaflets, tables); and read words with common spelling patterns.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Tue 18/02/2025Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:38 sessionsLocation:Confederation of Bangladeshi Organisatio
Harwood Street
West Bromwich
B70 9JFTutor:Chadney ChoudhuryCourse code:Q00015635How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to 拢117.60
Pre Entry ESOL: Reading
Develop foundational reading skills with this non-accredited Pre-entry Reading course. This English course is for speakers of other languages and is a face-to-face class in a local centre.This ESOL reading course helps people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence reading short simple texts and common words in English. What we鈥檒l cover:- Recognise the letters of the alphabet in upper and lower case; use an understanding of letters and sounds to identify common English words in everyday situations; read signs, symbols and texts you will come across in the community; and understand how punctuation is used to help you read more easily.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:24 sessionsLocation:Barnardos Family Hub
Corbett Street
Smethwick
B66 3PXTutor:Chadney ChoudhuryCourse code:Q00015586How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:3 places remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to 拢117.60
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 1)
Learn basic writing skills with this foundational English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn to write in English to study, work, and live in the UK.
Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence to write basic sentences in English. There are also reading and speaking & listening courses at this level.
If you鈥檙e helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you鈥檝e come to the right place.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:10:00am - 2:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Community House (London)
311 Fore Street
London
N9 0PZTutor:Soad HalawaCourse code:Q00017474How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to 拢225.00
Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Level 1)
Develop confidence to read advanced texts in English. This ESOL course teaches you different reading techniques and helps expand your vocabulary. Learn how to improve your reading skills to get the most out of living in the UK.
This ESOL level 1 reading course builds on skills you learnt at entry 3. You鈥檒l continue to learn about different styles of text and gain tools to interpret them.
This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening.
If you鈥檙e helping others find ESOL courses in the UK, you鈥檝e come to the right place.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Fri 15/11/2024Times:9:30am - 12:00pmDuration:24 sessionsLocation:Norton Hall Children & Family Centre (Bi
Norton Hall Women & Childrens
Ralph Road
Birmingham
B8 1NATutor:Imogen DraperCourse code:Q00015522How you'll learn:Online and in venueAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:In progressFee rangeFree to 拢225.00