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Lino printing class run by local artist Suzanne Kemplay at The Arienas Collective in Edinburgh City Centre

Easel Weasel Weekly Art Workshops - Peak District Fun, informative and relaxing for any ability in beautiful surroundings run by Denise Cliffen, professional artist.

Easel Weasel Weekly Art Workshops - Peak District Fun, informative and relaxing for any ability in beautiful surroundings run by Denise Cliffen, professional artist.

Computer Science GCSE Syllabus The GCSE Computer Science Tutor Syllabus is designed to provide tutors in England with a comprehensive framework for teaching the GCSE Computer Science curriculum effectively. This syllabus aims to equip tutors with the necessary knowledge and skills to support students in their understanding and application of core computer science concepts.  Module 1: Introduction to Computer Science - Overview of computer science and its relevance in today's world - Understanding the components of a computer system - Introduction to algorithms and problem-solving techniques - Exploration of programming languages and their uses Module 2: Computer Hardware - Understanding the main components of a computer system, including CPU, memory, and storage devices - Exploring input and output devices and their functionalities - Understanding the role of operating systems and software in computer systems Module 3: Software Development - Introduction to programming concepts and languages (e.g., Python or Java) - Understanding variables, data types, and operators - Building algorithms and logical reasoning skills - Introduction to flowcharts and pseudocode - Implementation of simple programs and debugging techniques Module 4: Data Representation - Understanding binary, hexadecimal, and denary number systems - Representation of text, images, and sound using binary - Introduction to data compression and encryption techniques Module 5: Computer Networks - Understanding the basics of computer networks, including LAN, WAN, and the Internet - Introduction to network topologies, protocols, and security - Exploring the impact of digital communication on society Module 6: Cybersecurity and Ethical Issues - Understanding the importance of cybersecurity and data protection - Introduction to common threats and vulnerabilities - Exploring ethical issues related to computer science, such as privacy and intellectual property rights Module 7: Algorithms and Programming Techniques - Advanced programming concepts, including conditionals, loops, and functions - Introduction to sorting and searching algorithms - Exploring data structures, such as arrays and lists Module 8: System Architecture - Understanding the structure and function of a CPU - Introduction to memory hierarchy and cache - Exploring the Von Neumann architecture and its limitations Module 9: Computational Thinking and Problem Solving - Advanced problem-solving techniques using computational thinking - Introduction to algorithms for complex problems - Exploring algorithmic efficiency and optimization techniques Module 10: Exam Preparation and Revision - Reviewing key concepts covered throughout the syllabus - Practicing past exam questions and providing guidance on exam techniques - Supporting students with exam preparation strategies Please note that the duration and depth of each module can vary depending on the level of expertise required and the specific needs of the learners. Additionally, it's important to adapt the curriculum to the learners' proficiency levels, whether they are A Level/GCSE students or adult learners with different experience levels.

A perfect follow-on course for those who have already completed an introductory darkroom printing course, or who have a reasonable level of B&W darkroom printing experience. Please bring B&W negatives (35mm or medium format) that relate to each other in some way (subject matter, tonal range, environment etc.) as we will be making a number of prints that can be read as a series. Please note: This course only covers the printing of images and participants should therefore bring previously processed negatives and if you have one, a printed contact sheet along to the session. All other materials (including a range of papers) will be provided. Class sizes are currently limited to 4 participants to enable social distancing throughout the course. Morning Presentation and analysis of what makes a successful series of photographs, and how the final print can be crafted to accentuate the photographer’s artistic intent Reading the negative and pre-visualising the print Re-cap of darkroom skills – including overview of single filter printing, test strips and making a work print Learning how to split-filter print Afternoon Making a printing plan Using fibre based paper Plenty of practical darkroom time to work on your images and gain confidence in the new skills and processes Finishing your prints   Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout. Stills uses ILFORD PHOTO chemicals on this course that can potentially pose a risk to pregnant and breast feeding women and asthmatics. We take every care to ensure good working practices and adequate ventilation in our darkrooms. If you feel you may be adversely affected, please visit the Health and Safety section of Ilford’s website for further information. General Guidance Notes for Pregnant and Breast Feeding Women and Asthmatics: From a risk assessment standpoint, provided all necessary control measures (such as good working practices, adequate ventilation, and the use of appropriate PPE) are in place then pregnant and breastfeeding women should be able to continue to work safely with photochemical products.Inhalation is the main route by which fumes and gases enter the body, making good ventilation a high priority. Exposure to irritant chemicals that would not affect most people may provoke an asthma attack in a person who already has asthma. For example, low levels of the gas sulphur dioxide can be produced by some ILFORD PHOTO processes. Most individuals would be unaffected but asthmatics may suffer adverse affects. ILFORD PHOTO products include no known human carcinogens, and no substances to which phrase R46 (May cause heritable genetic damage) or R64 (May cause harm to breastfed babies) applies. Most ILFORD PHOTO developers use hydroquinone, and their classification therefore includes R40 (Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect) and R68 (Possible risk of irreversible effects). Some ILFORD PHOTO chemicals use boric acid or borates. These substances are classified as toxic for reproduction. As a result, the classification of some of the powder developers includes R60 (May impair fertility) and R61 (May cause harm to the unborn child).

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. 

This General English tutoring course is designed for adult learners who want to improve their overall English language proficiency. Participants will focus on developing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in a variety of everyday contexts. Through interactive activities, discussions, and authentic materials, learners will gain confidence and fluency in using English for both social and practical purposes. Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Communicate confidently and effectively in English in various everyday situations. 2. Expand vocabulary and improve language accuracy. 3. Develop listening skills to understand different accents and speech patterns. 4. Enhance reading comprehension skills for various types of texts. 5. Write accurately and coherently for different purposes. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to General English - Introduction to course objectives, expectations, and methodology - Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals - Overview of key language skills and areas of focus Week 2: Speaking and Conversation Skills - Developing oral communication skills for everyday conversations - Role-plays and discussions on common topics and situations - Enhancing fluency, pronunciation, and vocabulary in spoken English Week 3: Vocabulary Expansion - Expanding general vocabulary and idiomatic expressions - Exercises and activities to reinforce and practice new words and phrases - Incorporating vocabulary into oral and written communication Week 4: Grammar and Language Accuracy - Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures - Identification and correction of common errors in speaking and writing - Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy Week 5: Listening and Comprehension Skills - Developing listening skills to understand different accents and speech patterns - Authentic listening materials such as dialogues, podcasts, and videos - Strategies for understanding main ideas, details, and specific information Week 6: Reading and Comprehension Skills - Developing reading skills for different types of texts (articles, short stories, etc.) - Strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding written information - Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and inferring meaning from context Week 7: Writing Skills: Emails and Messages - Improving writing skills for everyday correspondence (emails, messages, etc.) - Practice exercises for clarity, coherence, and appropriate tone - Polishing grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure in written communication Week 8: Writing Skills: Informal and Formal Writing - Developing writing skills for informal and formal purposes (letters, essays, etc.) - Techniques for organising ideas, supporting arguments, and expressing opinions - Practice exercises for clarity, coherence, and appropriate style in written communication Week 9: Pronunciation and Intonation - Developing clear and accurate pronunciation skills - Focus on individual sounds, stress, rhythm, and intonation patterns - Practice exercises and activities for improved spoken English Week 10: Everyday Practical English - Enhancing language skills for everyday practical situations (shopping, dining, etc.) - Role-plays and interactive exercises for real-life communication - Polishing conversational skills, expressions, and cultural understanding Week 11: Cultural Understanding and Communication - Understanding cultural nuances in English-speaking countries - Developing intercultural communication skills for effective interactions - Practising respectful and inclusive language in diverse environments Week 12: Review and Final Evaluation - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Comprehensive review exercises for all language skills - Final evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus is a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include additional topics or activities to cater to learners' specific goals or areas of interest.

Subject content Students will draw upon a range of texts as reading stimulus and engage with creative as well as real and relevant contexts. Students will have opportunities to develop higher-order reading and critical thinking skills that encourage genuine enquiry into different topics and themes. We can help students to read fluently and write effectively. Students will be able to demonstrate a confident control of Standard English and write grammatically correct sentences, deploying figurative language and analysing texts. For GCSE English Language students should: read fluently, and with good understanding, a wide range of texts from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, including literature and literary non-fiction as well as other writing such as reviews and journalism read and evaluate texts critically and make comparisons between texts summarise and synthesise information or ideas from texts use knowledge gained from wide reading to inform and improve their own writing write effectively and coherently using Standard English appropriately use grammar correctly and punctuate and spell accurately acquire and apply a wide vocabulary, alongside a knowledge and understanding of grammatical terminology, and linguistic conventions for reading, writing and spoken language listen to, and understand, spoken language and use spoken Standard English effectively. Texts GCSE English Language is designed on the basis that students should read and be assessed on high-quality, challenging texts from the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. Each text studied represents a substantial piece of writing, making significant demands on students in terms of content, structure and the quality of language.  The texts, across a range of genres and types, support students in developing their own writing by providing effective models.  The texts include literature and extended literary non-fiction, and other writing such as essays, reviews and journalism (both printed and online). We can provide assistance for everything you need to prepare students for exams, including: past papers, mark schemes and examiners’ reports specimen papers and mark schemes for new courses exemplar student answers with examiner commentaries guidance in planning and writing cohesively high quality revision guides

This Business English tutoring course is designed to help adult learners improve their English language skills within a professional context. Participants will focus on developing their communication skills, vocabulary, and cultural understanding necessary for success in the business world. Through practical exercises, role-plays, and industry-specific materials, learners will enhance their ability to effectively communicate in English within various business situations.  Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Communicate confidently and effectively in English within a business setting. 2. Expand business-related vocabulary and improve language accuracy. 3. Develop listening skills to understand business conversations and presentations. 4. Enhance reading comprehension skills for business-related texts. 5. Write accurately and coherently for business correspondence. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to Business English - Introduction to course objectives, expectations, and methodology - Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals - Overview of key business English skills and areas of focus Week 2: Business Communication Skills - Developing effective oral communication skills for business settings - Role-plays and discussions related to common business scenarios - Enhancing fluency, clarity, and confidence in expressing ideas and opinions Week 3: Business Vocabulary Expansion - Expanding business-related vocabulary and terminology - Exercises and activities to reinforce and practice key business terms - Incorporating industry-specific jargon into oral and written communication Week 4: Business Writing Skills - Improving writing skills for business correspondence - Practice exercises for emails, reports, memos, and other business documents - Enhancing clarity, coherence, and professional tone in written communication Week 5: Listening and Comprehension in Business Contexts - Developing listening skills to understand business conversations, presentations, and meetings - Authentic listening materials related to various business topics - Strategies for note-taking, understanding accents, and extracting key information Week 6: Reading and Comprehension for Business - Developing reading skills for business-related texts - Strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding complex business documents - Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and summarising key information Week 7: Business Presentation Skills - Developing effective presentation skills for business contexts - Techniques for organising content, engaging the audience, and delivering impactful presentations - Practice sessions with feedback and guidance Week 8: Business Negotiation Skills - Enhancing negotiation skills for business interactions - Role-plays and practical exercises for successful negotiations - Polishing language and strategies for effective business communication Week 9: Business Etiquette and Cultural Understanding - Understanding business etiquette and cultural nuances in professional settings - Developing intercultural communication skills for international business contexts - Practicing effective communication in diverse and multicultural environments Week 10: Business Networking and Socialising - Developing language skills for networking and socialising in business contexts - Role-plays and exercises for effective communication at conferences, events, etc. - Polishing conversational skills, small talk, and building professional relationships Week 11: Business Grammar and Language Accuracy - Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures in a business context - Identification and correction of common errors in business writing and speaking - Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy Week 12: Review and Final Evaluation - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Comprehensive review exercises for all language skills in a business context - Final evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus serves as a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include guest speakers or industry-specific case studies to provide further immersion and practical application of language skills.