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This course is designed to help adult learners develop the necessary language skills for academic success in an English-speaking environment. Through a combination of reading, writing, listening, and speaking exercises, participants will enhance their abilities to comprehend and produce academic texts, engage in critical thinking, and effectively communicate their ideas in written and spoken English.  Course Duration: 12 weeks (24 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Improve their academic vocabulary and understanding of complex grammatical structures. 2. Enhance their reading comprehension skills for academic texts. 3. Develop effective note-taking strategies for lectures and presentations. 4. Enhance their academic writing skills, including essay structure and research techniques. 5. Improve their ability to deliver academic presentations and participate in discussions. 6. Gain familiarity with academic conventions and citation styles. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to Academic English - Assessing participants' language proficiency and academic goals - Overview of the course syllabus and expectations - Introduction to academic vocabulary and common idiomatic expressions Week 2: Reading Comprehension - Scanning and skimming techniques for efficient reading - Strategies for understanding main ideas and supporting details - Vocabulary building through reading academic texts Week 3: Note-taking Skills - Effective note-taking during lectures and presentations - Organizing and summarising information - Practice exercises and listening activities Week 4: Academic Writing: Paragraph Structure - Understanding the components of a well-structured paragraph - Developing topic sentences and supporting ideas - Practice exercises on paragraph development Week 5: Academic Writing: Essay Structure - Introduction to essay structure: introduction, body, and conclusion - Crafting clear and concise thesis statements - Developing coherent and well-supported arguments Week 6: Research Skills and Citations - Introduction to academic research techniques - Evaluating sources for credibility and relevance - Understanding and applying citation styles (e.g., APA, MLA) Week 7: Grammar for Academic Writing - Review of essential grammar structures for academic writing - Practice exercises on sentence structure and complex grammar - Common grammatical errors to avoid in academic writing Week 8: Academic Writing: Research Papers - Understanding the research paper format and structure - Conducting literature reviews and integrating sources - Drafting and revising research papers Week 9: Academic Speaking: Presentations - Preparing and delivering effective academic presentations - Using visual aids and engaging the audience - Practicing presentation skills through individual and group activities Week 10: Academic Speaking: Discussions and Debates - Participating in academic discussions and debates - Expressing opinions and supporting arguments effectively - Listening and responding critically to others' viewpoints Week 11: Academic Writing: Critical Analysis - Analyzing and critiquing academic texts - Developing critical thinking and evaluation skills - Writing critical analysis essays Week 12: Review and Final Projects - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Finalizing and presenting individual projects - Course evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus is a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs and preferences of the participants. You can opt in and out of different modules. 

Think of it as a sew and natter, where it does not matter which level you are at, you can come and sew, get help, swap ideas and techniques, etc.

This workshop equips participants with essential tools for business planning, strategic partnerships, team building, and securing financial support, all crucial for successful business growth and development.

Mindful Living Coaching helps you discover how to bring mindfulness into your day, transform your mindset and bring yourself more kindness, so that you can enjoy living more mindfully.

Products & Technique’s Workshop Workshop Description: Want to talk paint? Have a play with colours and finishes? That's why we are so excited to team up with Sophie James Paints on this very special Two Day Technique Product Furniture Interior Workshop with Sophie James Decor Paint. ReVamp Boutique will be honoured to welcome Tony Cheeld from his Essex based family business. On this workshop you will have the chance to chat to him about technical queries, learn their sustainable ethos and how Sophie James Decor Paint products can transform every room of your home, furniture and garden with a Q&A . Day One you can experiment with all their latest products from their latest Light Dynamics range, paints, glazes and varnishes and discuss all those queries you have about preparation, application and colour mixing. Day Two you will using the techniques and knowledge you have learned on Day One and working on your own piece using Sophie James Decor Paint products and finishes. Interior design based Sarah Ashby-Bassett will be available to discuss paint colours schemes and interior colour choices for your home and how paint can transform your space. You will need to bring: A small piece of furniture like a table, bedside cabinet or small chair Any colour scheme ideas you may have for your furniture, colour drenching, feature walls and interiors What is included: All the materials, light lunch, refreshments through the days and a goodie bag to take away with you. 10% Off any purchases made for Sophie James Decor Paint throughout the two days Where & When: It takes places at our workshop at Tom's Farm Shop & Garden Centre, Maldon Road, Tiptree, Essex, CO5 0QA 10AM to 4PM There is ample parking. Terms & Conditions: We have the right to cancel, change venue or date if we do not fill enough spaces. In this event we will give you 7 days notice with the option of rebooking or a full refund. Share You may also like Barbola Art Workshop Regular price£95.00 Posh Veg Paint Regular priceFrom £5.95 Paint It & Upholster It Course Regular price£145.00 Christingle Paint Regular priceFrom £5.95 Write a ReviewExcellentBased on 43 Reviews Amanda TannerMarch, 2024I had the most wonderful therapeutic and inspiring two days with Sarah at Revamp Boutique; and finished with a beautiful bespoke piece of furniture that I can now use in my dining room. I thoroughly enjoyed rekindling my creative side and learning about the different techniques and potential when upcycling furniture! I will definitely be coming back! Thank you for a fab day! 🥰 Samantha DoughtyMarch, 2024Sarah is a really great teacher, lovely workshop, time flies when you're having fun!! Lots of tea and coffee and lovely homemade lunch...the best coleslaw ever! Skills learnt will stay with me and inspire my home decor x Anita HollandsMarch, 2024Thank you for a great day creating Barbola! enjoyed it all, you can tell the chef the Cream tea and sandwiches were exceptional. thought the workshop was amazing! Think I’m going to use the technique and create some handmade pressies. Thank you again. Helen OtterMarch, 2024Thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. Sarah shared lots of hints and tips, lovely warm person. Very pleased with my re vamped lamp table Lynne PintoMarch, 2024Fantastic day of learning how to upholster and paint a chair. A wealth of information and fun people to work with on the course. Thanks Sarah and Simon for such a great day - will definitely be back for more. Debra CrouchMarch, 2024Had a fabulous time using paint and decoupage to upcycle a very drab and unloved Ikea chest of drawers, into something beautiful which will now take pride of place! Thank you Sarah for your advice and enthusiasm - also for the lunches (home made coleslaw was ridiculously good!) Louise WatsonMarch, 2024Such a brilliant course! Very relaxed environment with lovely people and a tasty lunch. I learnt the fabric decoupage technique which was great, I completely transformed an unloved piece of furniture and gained the skills to go on and use the technique again for other items. I would highly recommend. Show all Reviews Workshops Fabric Decoupage Paper Decoupage Upcycle A Lampshade Painting With Sophie James Make A Memory Journal Paper Mache Wings Pimp Your Pumps Upcycle A Mirror Barbola Workshop Paint It & Upholster It Kid's Creative ReUse Workshop Work With Us Workshops For Sale Commissions ReVamp Retreat Sophie James Decor Paints Contact Us ReVamp Boutique, Tom's Farm Shop & Garden Nursery, Maldon Road, Tiptree, Essex, CO5 0QA Privacy Policy Refund Policy Terms Of Service Sitemap Twitter Facebook Pinterest Instagram YouTube Payment methods © 2024, ReVamp Boutique FurniturePowered by Shopify Chat1

Spring Wreath Making Workshops in Oxfordshire in person, online or in kit boxes. A perfect Mother’s Day gift or a wonderful Spring craft. Create a Living Spring Wreath with Spring Bulbs, flowering Plants and foliage at one of our popular Workshops in Didcot and Faringdon.

The 2-hour Baby & Child First Aid class covers CPR, Choking, Bumps, Burns, Breaks, Bleeding, Febrile Seizures and Meningitis & Sepsis Awareness and will give everyone who attends the peace of mind they deserve.

Award winning Baby & Child First Aid classes for parents, grandparents or anyone anyone who looks after babies and children. Delivered in a relaxed and comfortable style, designed to give you confidence to know what actions to take if faced with a medical emergency.

Do you know your body-mind type according to Ayurveda? Join Holistic Wellbeing Coach Kerry McKay for a fun workshop to explore what makes you unique and where you might be out of balance.

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