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Overview This comprehensive course on IELTS Writing Task 1 Masterclass will deepen your understanding on this topic. After successful completion of this course you can acquire the required skills in this sector. This IELTS Writing Task 1 Masterclass comes with accredited certification, which will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So enrol in this course today to fast track your career ladder. How will I get my certificate? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. Who is This course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this IELTS Writing Task 1 Masterclass. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our IELTS Writing Task 1 Masterclass is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career Path Having these various qualifications will increase the value in your CV and open you up to multiple sectors such as Business & Management, Admin, Accountancy & Finance, Secretarial & PA, Teaching & Mentoring etc. Course Curriculum 5 sections • 45 lectures • 08:09:00 total length •Welcome Aboard: 00:08:00 •Fundamentals of Writing Task 1: 00:06:00 •The 4 Main Types of Questions: 00:07:00 •How to Get a High Score: 00:07:00 •How this course is Structured: 00:03:00 •First Ingredient: Task Achievement: 00:16:00 •Second Ingredient: Cohesion and Coherence: 00:09:00 •Third Ingredient: Grammatical Range and Accuracy: 00:03:00 •Grammar: Tenses: 00:20:00 •Grammar: Articles and Agreement: 00:09:00 •Grammar: Active vs. Passive Voice: 00:07:00 •Grammar: Simple and Compound Sentences: 00:18:00 •Grammar: Complex Sentences: 00:12:00 •Grammar: Correlative Conjunctions: 00:09:00 •Grammar: Relative Clauses: 00:11:00 •Grammar: Combining Elements: 00:06:00 •Grammar: Punctuation: 00:21:00 •Grammar: Writing Numbers: 00:08:00 •Fourth Ingredient: Lexical Resource: 00:02:00 •Vocabulary for Trend Graphs: 00:10:00 •Vocabulary for Comparative Graphs: 00:12:00 •Vocabulary for Process Diagrams: 00:04:00 •Vocabulary for Maps: 00:17:00 •Introduction to unit 3: The Recipe: 00:04:00 •The Basics of Writing Introductions: 00:04:00 •How to Write Introductions for Trend Graphs: 00:15:00 •How to Write Introductions for Comparative Graphs: 00:13:00 •How to Write Introductions for Process Diagrams: 00:04:00 •How to Write Introductions for Maps: 00:02:00 •The Basics of Writing Overviews: 00:04:00 •How to Write Overviews for Trend Graphs: 00:19:00 •How to Write Overviews for Comparative Graphs: 00:15:00 •How to Write Overviews for Process Diagrams: 00:08:00 •How to Write Overviews for Maps: 00:03:00 •The Basics of Writing Specific Details: 00:03:00 •How to Write Specific Details for Trend Graphs: 00:29:00 •How to Write Specific Details for Comparative Graphs: 00:26:00 •How to Write Specific Details for Process Diagrams: 00:12:00 •How to Write Specific Details for Maps: 00:07:00 •Practice Question 1 in Real-Time: 00:22:00 •Breakdown of Practice Question 1: 00:19:00 •Practice Question 2 in Real-Time: 00:17:00 •Breakdown of Practice Question 2: 00:27:00 •Final Tips: 00:11:00 •Assignment - IELTS Writing Task 1 Masterclass: 00:00:00

Agile Sprint Planning: On-Demand The goal of the course is to provide you and your team with the ability to develop effective and realistic Sprint plans. Without effective Sprint Plans, iterations are set up for failure. But Sprint Planning cannot be improved on its own, in isolation. The Scrum processes are highly intertwined and influence each other. The surrounding artifacts, events, and roles must be examined closely, and enhanced, in order to improve Sprint Planning. This course will remind you of the theory to reinforce the principles, but will concentrate on next-level skills, so that you and the team are able to create realistic and usable Sprint Plans. This course is not introductory. You are already aware of the Scrum framework and have been implementing Scrum on your projects. Now is the time to improve efficiency and effectiveness, to facilitate successful Agile projects. What you will Learn You'll learn how to: Identify and correlate the key symptoms and root causes of ineffective sprint plans Improve key Product Backlog elements Evaluate Agile roles in sprint planning Appraise key product practices Enhance project transparency The Product Backlog User stories Acceptance Criteria Backlog Refinement Supporting Roles Product Owner (the Backlog) Development Team Stakeholders and SMEs Supporting Product Practices Roadmaps and release plans and story maps Definition of Done Technical Debt Transparency Daily Scrums Information radiators Retrospectives Sprint Planning Capacity and Velocity Sprint Planning Meetings The Sprint Backlog Summary What did we learn, and how can we implement this in our work environments?

With ESI’s Professional Diploma, you will: Master the art of productivity by taking a results-focused approach to everything you do; Develop the mindset and attitude to succeed – all the time; Learn how to sell more and sell faster; Develop the core skills that underpin high-performance selling today.

Explore the world of cartography with the QGIS Cartography course. Uncover the power of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and learn to create visually compelling maps. Delve into sections covering labels, symbology, base layers, and project setup. Discover techniques for styling water and land elements, and access valuable resources to enhance your cartography skills. Learning Outcomes: Understand the fundamentals of cartography and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Learn to effectively label features on maps for clarity and readability. Explore various symbology techniques to visualize data and convey information. Create and customize base layers to provide context to your maps. Set up projects in QGIS, including organizing data and defining map layouts. Develop skills in styling water elements to enhance map aesthetics. Master the art of land styling, emphasizing topography and terrain representation. Access additional resources to expand your knowledge and cartographic expertise. Why buy this QGIS Cartography?  Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the QGIS Cartography you will be able to take the MCQ test that will assess your knowledge. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this course for? This QGIS Cartography course is ideal for GIS enthusiasts interested in mastering cartographic techniques. Geographers, urban planners, and environmental scientists seeking to enhance their mapping skills. Professionals involved in spatial data visualization and analysis. Students and researchers in fields related to geography, geospatial sciences, and urban planning. Prerequisites This QGIS Cartography was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path GIS Analyst - Average Earnings: £25,000 - £40,000 per year. Cartographer - Average Earnings: £25,000 - £35,000 per year. Geospatial Data Specialist - Average Earnings: £30,000 - £45,000 per year. Urban Planner - Average Earnings: £25,000 - £40,000 per year. Environmental Scientist - Average Earnings: £25,000 - £40,000 per year. Course Curriculum Section 01: Introduction Introduction 00:01:00 Section 02: Labels Labeling Basics 00:03:00 Labeling - Text Properties 00:02:00 Label Formatting 00:06:00 Label Buffers 00:04:00 Labels - Backgrounds 00:03:00 Label Shadows 00:03:00 Labeling Callouts (Leader Lines) 00:03:00 Labels - Placement 00:04:00 Labels - Rendering 00:05:00 Labeling Over Orthos 00:06:00 Fine Tuning Labels 00:03:00 Section 03: Symbology Styling Single Points Lines and Polygons 00:11:00 Styling Categorical Data 00:08:00 Styling Graduated Data 00:04:00 Shapeburst Fills 00:03:00 Texture Fills 00:04:00 Inverted Polygons 00:03:00 Advanced Lines 00:08:00 Section 04: Base Layers XYZ Tile Basemaps 00:04:00 Getting Data from the OSM Website 00:07:00 Getting Basemaps from the QuickMapServices Plugins 00:05:00 Getting OSM Data with Overpass Turbo 00:06:00 Rule Based Symbology 00:10:00 Rule Based Labeling 00:03:00 Bringing in Mapbox Baselayers (an Introduction) 00:13:00 Natural Earth Data 00:07:00 Section 05: Project Setup Setting Up a Page Layout 00:14:00 Layout Templates 00:05:00 Creating Map Grids (Lat & Long Graticules) 00:08:00 Inset or Overview Maps 00:05:00 Global Overview Maps 00:05:00 Adding a Legend 00:07:00 Adding Text to a Layout 00:03:00 Adding Images 00:05:00 Section 06: Water Styling Coastal Glow Effect 00:03:00 Concentric Water Lines (Equally Spaced) 00:05:00 Concentric Water Lines (Variably Spaced) 00:08:00 Half Tone Coastal Fill Pattern 00:06:00 Section 07: Land Styling Getting DEMs from USDA/NRCS 00:08:00 Creating Contour Lines from DEMs (in Feet and Meters) 00:11:00 Labeling Contour Lines 00:06:00 Drop Shadowing Polygon Features 00:03:00 Section 08: Resources Resources - QGIS Cartography 00:00:00 Assignment Assignment - QGIS Cartography 00:00:00

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Give your team the opportunity to pause and reflect on what matters most to them about the work they do. The act of listening to each other creates relationship and strengthens trust and inclusion within the team – in creating a shared vision, groups of people build a sense of commitment together. Using the PATH or MAP processes of group facilitation and the creating of a large wall sized graphic we will provide a School Improvement Plan to be proud of!  Course Category Visioning and Problem Solving Person Centred Planning Strategic Work Team Building and Leadership Description There is an old Japanese proverb, “Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare” “There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about” MARGARET WHEATLEY – ‘TURNING TO ONE ANOTHER’ (2002) Give your team the opportunity to pause and reflect on what matters most to them about the work they do. The act of listening to each other creates relationship and strengthens trust and inclusion within the team – in creating a shared vision, groups of people build a sense of commitment together. They develop images of ‘the future we want to create together’, along with the values that will be important in getting there and the goals they want to see achieved along the way. Unfortunately, many people still think ’vision’ is the top leader’s job. In schools, the ‘vision task’ usually falls to the Headteacher and/or the governors or it comes in a glossy document from the local authority or the DfES. But visions based on authority are not sustainable. Drawing on the planning tools MAPS and PATH (Pearpoint, Forest and O’Brien 1997) and other facilitation sources we use both process and graphic facilitation to enable the group to build their picture of what they would love to see happening within their organisation/community in the future and we encourage this to be a positive naming, not just a list of the things they want to avoid. ??Let us join you to explore your vision and the ‘roadblocks’ to your vision. Testimonials “Thank you so much for the work you did with us yesterday – I have since been in 2 schools today and have spoken to an number of other colleagues who were present – all were totally overwhelmed by the session – they loved it.” “I was totally blown away, so nice to reflect and realise what a long way we have come” “That was so powerful and motivational” “Our Primary is now an OFSTED rated ‘Outstanding School’ – we were in Special Measures – the Visioning and Planning using the PATH process for 3 years has seriously contributed to this”. Learning Objectives To create a far reaching and shared vision of the future for the school team/group you are working with and ensure that each person present contributes to this To create a visual representation (a graphic) of the vision and use this to plan future actions and to inform school improvement and development plans To facilitate the group in thinking through what some of the barriers to achieving their vision are and to begin work on how these can be removed To build a sense of commitment, common purpose and trust within the team/group Who Is It For ? Headteachers School managers EIP Managers Whole staff – including everyone Course Content The facilitation of a shared vision can be delivered as a full or a half day but, unlike our other training days this day depends on your and your team’s needs and the time you have available The course will cover: Creating the vision The Story So Far Headline Themes Naming the Nightmare A Year from Now Naming Roadblocks and Barriers Building strength Who will we need to take with us on the journey towards the vision Who are we? – Gifts, Strengths and Talents Charting Specific Actions

The Writing Task 1 course is designed to help individuals excel in the Academic IELTS Writing Task 1. It covers the essential ingredients of a high-scoring essay, including task achievement, cohesion, coherence, grammatical range, accuracy, and lexical resource. The course provides step-by-step guidance on crafting effective introductions, overviews, and specific details for various types of graphs and diagrams. Learning Outcomes: Understand the fundamentals of IELTS Writing Task 1, including the four main types of questions and how to achieve a high score. Develop skills in task achievement, ensuring that the response addresses all aspects of the task and presents relevant information. Learn how to create cohesive and coherent essays, using appropriate linking words and organizing ideas logically. Improve grammatical range and accuracy, covering various grammar topics like tenses, articles, passive voice, compound sentences, relative clauses, and more. Enhance lexical resource by acquiring vocabulary specific to trend graphs, comparative graphs, process diagrams, and maps. Master the art of writing effective introductions, overviews, and specific details for different types of visual data. Practice real-time writing with practice questions, receiving breakdowns and feedback for improvement. Gain final tips and strategies to boost overall performance in the Academic IELTS Writing Task 1. Why buy this IELTS Writing Task - Online Course? Unlimited access to the course for forever Digital Certificate, Transcript, student ID all included in the price Absolutely no hidden fees Directly receive CPD accredited qualifications after course completion Receive one to one assistance on every weekday from professionals Immediately receive the PDF certificate after passing Receive the original copies of your certificate and transcript on the next working day Easily learn the skills and knowledge from the comfort of your home Certification After studying the course materials of the IELTS Writing Task - Online Course there will be a written assignment test which you can take either during or at the end of the course. After successfully passing the test you will be able to claim the pdf certificate for £5.99. Original Hard Copy certificates need to be ordered at an additional cost of £9.60. Who is this course for? This IELTS Writing Task - Online Course course is ideal for Students Recent graduates Job Seekers Anyone interested in this topic People already working in the relevant fields and want to polish their knowledge and skill. Prerequisites This IELTS Writing Task - Online Course does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience. You can just enrol and start learning.This IELTS Writing Task - Online Course was made by professionals and it is compatible with all PC's, Mac's, tablets and smartphones. You will be able to access the course from anywhere at any time as long as you have a good enough internet connection. Career path As this course comes with multiple courses included as bonus, you will be able to pursue multiple occupations. This IELTS Writing Task - Online Course is a great way for you to gain multiple skills from the comfort of your home. Course Curriculum Unit 01: Introduction Welcome Aboard 00:08:00 Fundamentals of Writing Task 1 00:06:00 The 4 Main Types of Questions 00:07:00 How to Get a High Score 00:07:00 How this course is Structured 00:03:00 Unit 02: Ingredients First Ingredient: Task Achievement 00:16:00 Second Ingredient: Cohesion and Coherence 00:09:00 Third Ingredient: Grammatical Range and Accuracy 00:03:00 Grammar: Tenses 00:20:00 Grammar: Articles and Agreement 00:09:00 Grammar: Active vs. Passive Voice 00:07:00 Grammar: Simple and Compound Sentences 00:18:00 Grammar: Complex Sentences 00:12:00 Grammar: Correlative Conjunctions 00:09:00 Grammar: Relative Clauses 00:11:00 Grammar: Combining Elements 00:06:00 Grammar: Punctuation 00:21:00 Grammar: Writing Numbers 00:08:00 Fourth Ingredient: Lexical Resource 00:02:00 Vocabulary for Trend Graphs 00:10:00 Vocabulary for Comparative Graphs 00:12:00 Vocabulary for Process Diagrams 00:04:00 Vocabulary for Maps 00:17:00 Unit 03: The Recipe Introduction to unit 3: The Recipe 00:04:00 The Basics of Writing Introductions 00:04:00 How to Write Introductions for Trend Graphs 00:15:00 How to Write Introductions for Comparative Graphs 00:13:00 How to Write Introductions for Process Diagrams 00:04:00 How to Write Introductions for Maps 00:02:00 The Basics of Writing Overviews 00:04:00 How to Write Overviews for Trend Graphs 00:19:00 How to Write Overviews for Comparative Graphs 00:15:00 How to Write Overviews for Process Diagrams 00:08:00 How to Write Overviews for Maps 00:03:00 The Basics of Writing Specific Details 00:03:00 How to Write Specific Details for Trend Graphs 00:29:00 How to Write Specific Details for Comparative Graphs 00:26:00 How to Write Specific Details for Process Diagrams 00:12:00 How to Write Specific Details for Maps 00:07:00 Unit 04: Cooking- Putting It All Together Practice Question 1 in Real-Time 00:22:00 Breakdown of Practice Question 1 00:19:00 Practice Question 2 in Real-Time 00:17:00 Breakdown of Practice Question 2 00:27:00 Final Tips 00:11:00 Assignment Assignment - IELTS Writing Task - Online Course 00:00:00

Change Management Foundation This course provides practical knowledge on Change Management techniques and the Foundation certification. You will examine various Change Management techniques and explore which could be effectively implemented in your organization. The structured approach helps you understand how you deal with change as an individual, as a member of a team or organization, and as a leader. The program design explores the impact that change has on these four major areas: Change and the Individual Change and the Organization Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Change Management Practice This course also prepares you for the APMG Change Management Foundation exam. Given that a primary course goal is to achieve the Foundation Certification, the course text will be provided in advance of the workshop so the participant may begin studying. In addition, daily homework assignments and practice exams will be provided. The Foundation-level exam is taken at the end of the third day of the Traditional Classroom course. Virtual Classroom participants must make separate arrangements to schedule their exam following course completion (See 'Important Note for Virtual Course Participants'). What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Explain how individuals learn and why many may resist change Illustrate how to build an effective change team Describe the stakeholder engagement process and relate this to appropriate communication Differentiate various approaches to plan, implement, and sustain organizational change Demonstrate how to assess change impact and readiness, and deal with resistance Improve your ability to pass the APMG Change Management Foundation Certification exam Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Change and the Individual How people learn Personality and change - introduction to MBTI Models of individual change - the Change Curve and Bridges' Transition Motivating individuals during change Change and the Organization Understanding organizational metaphors Organizational culture and change 3 models of change - Lewin, Kotter, and Senge Key roles in change Stakeholder Engagement Identifying and analyzing stakeholders Personas and empathy maps Influencing strategies Communication Feedback and communication approaches Communicating change - planning, factors, and barriers Communication biases and channels Change Impact Identifying and assessing change impact Stakeholder impact assessment Change severity assessment Change Readiness Building change agent networks and the change team How to make the organization ready for change Creating a change management plan Dealing with resistance to change APMG Change Management Foundation Exam Preparation Review of and practice with APMG sample questions and test papers APMG Change Management Foundation Exam Traditional Classroom: Paper-based exams will be taken on the last day of class Virtual Classroom: The exam is scheduled by the Participant and taken subsequent to the course

Change Management Foundation: In-House Training: In-House Training This course provides practical knowledge on Change Management techniques and the Foundation certification. You will examine various Change Management techniques and explore which could be effectively implemented in your organization. The structured approach helps you understand how you deal with change as an individual, as a member of a team or organization, and as a leader. The program design explores the impact that change has on these four major areas: Change and the Individual Change and the Organization Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Change Management Practice This course also prepares you for the APMG Change Management Foundation exam. Given that a primary course goal is to achieve the Foundation Certification, the course text will be provided in advance of the workshop so the participant may begin studying. In addition, daily homework assignments and practice exams will be provided. The Foundation-level exam is taken at the end of the third day of the Traditional Classroom course. Virtual Classroom participants must make separate arrangements to schedule their exam following course completion (See 'Important Note for Virtual Course Participants'). What You Will Learn You'll learn how to: Explain how individuals learn and why many may resist change Illustrate how to build an effective change team Describe the stakeholder engagement process and relate this to appropriate communication Differentiate various approaches to plan, implement, and sustain organizational change Demonstrate how to assess change impact and readiness, and deal with resistance Improve your ability to pass the APMG Change Management Foundation Certification exam Getting Started Introductions Course structure Course goals and objectives Change and the Individual How people learn Personality and change - introduction to MBTI Models of individual change - the Change Curve and Bridges' Transition Motivating individuals during change Change and the Organization Understanding organizational metaphors Organizational culture and change 3 models of change - Lewin, Kotter, and Senge Key roles in change Stakeholder Engagement Identifying and analyzing stakeholders Personas and empathy maps Influencing strategies Communication Feedback and communication approaches Communicating change - planning, factors, and barriers Communication biases and channels Change Impact Identifying and assessing change impact Stakeholder impact assessment Change severity assessment Change Readiness Building change agent networks and the change team How to make the organization ready for change Creating a change management plan Dealing with resistance to change APMG Change Management Foundation Exam Preparation Review of and practice with APMG sample questions and test papers APMG Change Management Foundation Exam Traditional Classroom: Paper-based exams will be taken on the last day of class Virtual Classroom: The exam is scheduled by the Participant and taken subsequent to the course

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