English: Community Learning
English
Grammar and Punctuation – Part 1 & 2
Duration: These courses are each 6 weeks long.
Content: This course introduces learners to basic English grammar and punctuation skills.
Learners will
- explore the purpose and use of word types: nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives and adverbs
- identify and use a range of punctuation markers which include capital letters, full stops, question marks and commas
Introduction to Writing - Part 1
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long or workshop.
Content: This course introduces learners to basic English writing skills.
Learners will -
- explore sentence structure in order to express ideas clearly
- construct simple sentences and punctuating it effectively to develop meaning and clarity
- develop writing skills using past, present and future tenses
Introduction to Writing - Part 2
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long or workshop.
Content: This course develops learners to build their confidence in English writing skills.
Learners will -
- learn to write better sentences using accurate grammar and punctuation and applying this knowledge to a number of practical writing tasks, such as writing a short note, writing a text message and writing a card
- correctly spell a range of simple familiar words
Reading with confidence
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
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Learners will
Preparation for Functional Skills English
Duration: 6 weeks or workshop.
Content: This course develops learners’ reading, writing and speaking skills.
Learners will
- develop reading and writing skills of short, simple texts on familiar topics and experiences
- develop your communication skills and confidence to take part in group discussions
- learn and use strategies to improve your spelling
Course requirements
Learners will need access to a tablet/laptop/smartphone or PC. They will also need an email address and access to the internet.
What could these courses lead to?
On completion of these courses all learners will receive a certificate of achievement. At the end of the course, we will provide information about other learning opportunities and courses for adults to join in the local area.
Media and Performing Arts: Community Learning
Media and Performing Arts
Social Media for Beginners
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course aims to build learners’ confidence in understanding and using social media in daily life.
Learners will be taught how to
- identify different social media platforms
- use social media safely online
- set up privacy settings on social media
- create their own social platform
Podcasting
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course aims to support learners on building their own podcast.
Learners will
- identify the target audience
- choose recording equipments and softwares
- edit the podcast
- publish the podcast
- promote the podcast
Creative Sound Mixing
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course aims to provide introduction of basic sound mixing in music and film industry.
Learners will be taught how to
- choose the suitable digital audio workstation (DAW)
- edit and repair sound clips in editing software
- create Foley and sound effects
- perform basic sound mixing
Video Editing
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course aims to provide introduction of basic video editing.
Learners will be taught how to
- analyze different editing styles by exploring film art
- choose the suitable editing software
- edit narrative scenes
- use editing skills to enhance storytelling
Voiceover
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course supports learners to improve voiceover skills and speak confidently.
Learners will learn how to
- choose suitable recording equipment
- record creative voiceover by film clips
- basic voiceover editing
- create script
Film Analysis
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course aims to improve learners' storytelling skills by exploring film art.
Learners will learn how to
- identify camera movements and types of shots
- analyze different editing styles
- compare different styles of color grading
- design sound effect and Foley in film
Performing Arts for Beginners: Part 1 & 2
Duration: Each part is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course will give learners the opportunity to explore different elements of Performing Arts such as dance/movement, music/singing and acting/drama in a safe environment.
Learners will learn how to:
- use their voice and body to express themselves
- overcome barriers and increase confidence and self-worth
- communicate effectively
- boost, share and explore their own creativity
- bring out their hidden talents
Course requirements
Learners will need access to a tablet/laptop/smartphone or PC. They will also need an email address and access to the internet.
What could these courses lead to?
On completion of these courses all learners will receive a certificate of achievement. At the end of the course, we will provide information about other learning opportunities and courses for adults to join in the local area.
Bespoke Courses: Community Learning
Bespoke courses
Freedom Programme
Duration: 10-week programme delivered over 2 hours a week for women only.
Content: This course is designed specifically for women who are experiencing or may have experienced domestic abuse.
Learners will
- explore the concept of a healthy relationship
- gain an awareness of how to keep themselves and/or their children safe in a relationship
- identify the different forms of domestic violence
- investigate strategies to raise self-esteem and confidence
Becoming a Parent Ambassador
Duration: 10-week programme delivered over 3 hours a week. It is an adult only course.
Content: The aim of this level 2 qualification is to help schools increase parental engagement.
Learners will
- explore barriers to learning for children and adults
- identify policies and procedures relevant to the school
- ascertain how to communicate effectively with parents and school staff
- identify the values of the school and the importance of promoting British values
Empowering Ourselves
Duration: 6 week course delivered over 2 hours a week.
Content: This course introduces learners to the power of self-reflection and how to develop a more positive outlook on life.
Learners will
- explore situations that occur in life that impact on maintaining a positive attitude to life
- identify the benefits of self-reflection and journaling
- establish self-care strategies to in everyday life that empower us
Community Learning Champions
Duration: 6 week course.
Content: This course enables learners to apply knowledge gained from previous community learning courses they have attended, to develop leadership and empowerment skills and build partnerships between BAES and the wider community.
Learners will be taught how to
- identify future opportunities for volunteering with small business
- develop organisation skills, self-presentation skills and time management
Course requirements
Learners will need access to a tablet/laptop/smartphone or PC. They will also need an email address and access to the internet.
What could these courses lead to?
On completion of these courses all learners will receive a certificate of achievement. At the end of the course, we will provide information about other learning opportunities and courses for adults to join in the local area.
Life in the UK: Community Learning
Life in the UK
Introduction to Life in the UK
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course / workshop aims to develop a better understanding of key aspects of living and working in the UK and British society. It will enable learners to function and progress at work and integrate into society, independently.
Learners will be explore and learn about:
- how to be a good active citizen of the UK
- the democratic process, the political system, the education system and the NHS. and the formation and role of a government in the UK
- how to access services and resources that are available to U.K citizens
- their rights, entitlements and responsibilities
- good social etiquettes in British society
British Values
Duration: This course is 6 weeks long.
Content: This course/workshop aims to develop and improve learners’ understanding of Safeguarding, British Values and Equality & Diversity in the UK. Learners will explore and learn about:
- the different types of abuse that take place in society and how to identify it
- vulnerable people
- the four core British values of British society and its importance
- equality, diversity, identity and human rights.
- how to respect others, celebrate diversity and recognise prejudice and discrimination
- how to tackle stereotypes to strengthen relationships within the community
Seasonal & Cultural Workshops
Duration: Workshop lasts for 2 hours.
Content: This workshop aims to raise awareness of well-known seasonal and cultural events & festivals that take place in the UK.
Learners will explore and learn about:
- the different types of cultural seasonal events in the UK
- learners will engage in crafts activities relating to the season or cultural event
- the workshops will bring people from all walks of life together from different backgrounds
- promotes community cohesion and inclusivity
Course requirements
Learners will need access to a tablet/laptop/smartphone or PC. They will also need an email address and access to the internet.
What could these courses lead to?
On completion of these courses all learners will receive a certificate of achievement. At the end of the course, we will provide information about other learning opportunities and courses for adults to join in the local area.
Green Living: Community Learning
Green Living
Neighbourhood Care
Duration: 6 weeks or workshop.
Content: This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge, skills and opportunities to become active citizens in their local community. Learners will learn about
- neighbourhood schemes
- litter picking
- fly tipping and waste removal
Upcycling and Recycling
Duration: 6 weeks or workshop.
Content: This course enables learners to explore the negative impact of landfills and waste disposal and explore creative and innovative ways to recycle and upcycle. Learners will
- learn about landfills and waste disposal
- learn about recycling and upcycling initiatives in their local community
- develop ways to upcycle and recycle
All About Energy
Duration: 6 weeks or workshop.
Content: This course explores and investigates the topic of energy, its uses and how it impacts on the earth. Learners will learn about
- forms of energy; benefits and dangers
- climate change
- saving energy
Course requirements
Learners will need access to a tablet/laptop/smartphone or PC. They will also need an email address and access to the internet.
What could these courses lead to?
On completion of these courses all learners will receive a certificate of achievement. At the end of the course, we will provide information about other learning opportunities and courses for adults to join in the local area.
