the people's college - irish congress of trade unions

PEOPLE’S COLLEGEAdult Education Association

FOUNDED 1948

SYLLABUS 2013-201431 PARNELL SQUARE, DUBLIN 1. TEL: 8735879

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AUTUMN 2013

Monday 9th to Thursday 12th September 2013Time 5.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Monday 16th to Friday 20th &

Monday 23rd to Thursday 26th September 2013Time 11a.m. to 5 p.m.

VENUE:PEOPLE’S COLLEGE

31 PARNELL SQUARE,DUBLIN 1

Postal Enrolments Welcome

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ENROLMENTS

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Syllabus available at:

• People’s College Office 31 Parnell Square, Dublin 1

• Liberty Hall, Dublin 1

• Central Library, Ilac Centre

• Teachers’ Club, 36, Parnell Square

• Stamped Addressed Envelope (60c.) to 31 Parnell

Square, Dublin 1.

AUTUMN TERM 2013WEEK COMMENCING Monday 7th OCTOBER 2013

SPRING TERM 2014WEEK COMMENCING 13th JANUARY 2014

PEOPLE’S COLLEGE OFFICE

31 PARNELL SQUARE, DUBLIN 1Telephone: 8735879

Email: [email protected]: www.peoplescollege.ie

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PEOPLE’S COLLEGEAdult Education Association 1948-2013

Learning is a pleasure at the People’s College. For low cost, professionallyorganised courses for adults, over forty courses to choose from.

Drama GroupNot enough drama in your life? Then why not join the People's College DramaGroup, which is led by author & playwright, Tom O’Brien, and learn about actingfor the theatre, improvising, and being creative in a friendly and fun environment.No experience necessary, just a willingness to have a go and muck in! We arelooking for new members for our one-year old Drama Group. If you are interested,you are invited to join us on Thursday 26th September in the Teachers’ Club at7pm where we will start planning our activities for the year. We had a veryenjoyable first year putting on sketches for friends and the other College students.We will be more ambitious this year!

STUDENTS’ COMMITTEE PROJECTSThe Student Committee is elected every two years and organizes a range ofactivities for the students as well as helping out with the work of the college. Inaddition to the usual events - the Christmas Party (Thursday 12th December thisyear) and the Students’ Annual General Meeting, it will coordinate a range ofeducational, social and cultural activities during the year, including visits to sitesand exhibitions of topical interest and conferences and workshops on key currentissues. During the year it facilitated events at the week-ends: a Tour of the 1916Mount Street Battle Site, the Botanic Gardens, a first walking tour of 1913 Lock Outsites and a visit to Bully’s Acre, the oldest graveyard in Dublin. Of particularsignificance this year will be remembering the 1913 Lockout – lectures, events andfurther tours of the relevant sites will be organized. Information about these andother events will be circulated in classes, on the website & facebook.

CHOIRThe People's College Choir has vacancies for a small number of new members in thesoprano, tenor and bass lines; the alto line is currently full. The choir has 49 members(29 female and 20 male) and was founded in 1993 as part of the wider culturalprogramme of courses and subjects offered by the People's College. The memberscome from the greater Dublin region and the choir sings a wide range of musicalstyles; from madrigals, spirituals, and traditional Irish airs to arrangements ofmodern popular songs. The choir generally performs at concerts and college socialevents and has participated in festivals both at home and abroad, having travelled toDenmark (2000), Italy (2004), and Austria (2008). The choir has taken part inexchanges with other choirs which brought it to France (2006), Spain (2010) and istravelling again in October of this year to France (La Rochelle) where we will performin concert with Ré-Sonance (Ile de Ré). While the ability to read music would be adefinite asset it is not by any means a requirement for membership of the choir;indeed, most of our members do not read music. If you can sing and hold a tune thatis all that is required - we will teach you the rest! If you are interested in joining pleasecontact the Musical Director, Paul Walsh (via the college) or turn up in advance at oneour rehearsals which are held on Tuesday nights at 8.30 pm in the Teacher's Club,Parnell Square. For new members rehearsals resume Tuesday 15th October 2013.

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DEBATING SOCIETYDebating is a fun way to improve your communication and listening skills. Webelieve in learning by participation but no pressure as we allow everyone toprogress at their own pace.

Listed below are some motions / clubs we debated last year: That Cannabis should be legalised (Bishopstown Toastmasters, Cork) That Austerity is a necessary evil (People’s College EU studies class) That Organic Food is worth the extra cost (Busy Professionals Toastmasters,Paris) That there should be gender equality in the Dail (Engineer’s Toastmasters, Dublin)That the Seanad should be abolished (People’s College Current Affairs Class) We are open to all, complete beginners or experienced speakers. Interested? Why not come along to one of our meetings and see if it’s for you. Meet: Every second Wednesday in the Teachers Club, 36 Parnell Square Dublin 1. First meeting new term: Wed. 25th September 2013, at 8 pm.

For further information please contact:Helen Collins, 01-6231509. Email [email protected]; Bernie Grant, 01-8481650. Email [email protected] Or

check out our website www.pcds.ie

OTHER PROJECTSOther courses and activities will be organized during the year on a variety ofissues - from a Craft Work-Shop to lectures & workshops on topics of social,economic, trade union & historic issues. Further information will be availablefrom the College office, the website and Facebook.

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The People’s College was established in 1948 under official trade union auspices.

The College is affiliated to Aontas/National Association for Adult Education and the Irish Labour History Society.

President: Jim DorneyDirector: Fionnuala Richardson, B. Comm, M.A.

Secretariat: Gretta O’Neill

SPONSORSGrant Aid Department of Education and Skills

Foras Eireann / Shaw TrustIrish Congress of Trade Unions & affiliated unions

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EVENING: Page

CREATIVE WRITING/INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 20

CREATIVE WRITING/WORK-SHOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

CURRENT AFFAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

EUROPEAN UNION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

FRENCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18, 21

GENEALOGY /FAMILY TREE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

GERMAN, BEGINNERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

GUITAR (CLASSICAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

HILL-WALKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

HISTORY/DUBLIN LOCAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

IRISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

ITALIAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 13, 17

LITERATURE - AMERICAN LITERATURE BETWEEN THE WARS . . . . . . . . 11

MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & RELAXATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

MUSIC APPRECIATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23

PAINTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

PHOTOGRAPHY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

PILATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

POLITICS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

PUBLIC SPEAKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

SPANISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13, 14, 23

TIN WHISTLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

WILDLIFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

YOGA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 14

MORNING COURSES:

ART APPRECIATION - Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

CREATIVE WRITING - Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

SPANISH Survival Skills - Tuesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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List of Courses 2013/2014

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COMMENCING ON 7th OCTOBER 2013

PAINTING FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: Elizabeth Archbold, B.A. in Painting.

Art is for everyone, for enjoyment and participation. This is anintroductory course where students will explore a range of techniqueswith pencil, charcoal, graphite and acryllic paint. Through the medium ofacrylic paint participants will learn the basics of still life, landscape andportrait painting. With a focus on observational skills and buildingconfidence with materials, students will work towards developing theirown style. No previous painting experience is necessary. Students willrequire an A3 size sketch pad of cartridge paper, drawing pencils andwillow charcoal to begin. Paints and paint brushes can be organised afterthe course begins. Elizabeth is a full time working artist and has exhibitedwidely.

Time: 7.00 p.m. (1 hour) 20 classes Cost: €80

PAINTING 2Lecturer: Ivan Connolly, B.A. Hons Painting.

A course to suit beginners and all levels of ability, for those who are eagerto complete a painting within the first five or six classes.

In the course of the 20 weeks we will cover landscape, still life, andportraiture, using a simple step by step approach. All instruction will betailored to the needs and aspirations of the individual student and studentswill be encouraged to work on personal projects as soon as they wish.

An informal friendly learning environment, in which learning andrelaxation go hand in hand.

Materials: For the first class; an A3 cartridge pad, 2b and 4b pencils and apencil rubber. From week 2 onwards you will require a set of acrylicpaints, some bristle brushes, an old plate to use as a palette, and a jam jarfor water.


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ITALIAN, BEGINNERSLecturer: Salvo Cacciato Insilla

This course is designed for real beginners with no previous knowledge ofItalian. At the end of the course students should be able to satisfy basiccommunicative needs, such as talking about themselves; being able tointeract in one-to-one conversations about basic topics, in both formal andinformal contexts; being able to ask the main communicative questions. The text book used will be "Rete! 1" available from International Books18 South Frederick Street, Dublin 2 or on-line.Some time will be dedicated to open discussion of topics related to Italianculture, history, and way of life that will enable students to have a betterunderstanding of the background of the language.This is a 20 week course divided into two terms of 10 weeks each.

Time: 6.15 – 7.45 p.m. 10 classes Cost: €60

YOGA (2) (Men and Women)Instructor: Tony Walsh

This course is designed for people who already have some experience ofYoga or who have completed the beginner’s course at the People’sCollege.

Venue: Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1.


YOGA (3) (Men and Women)Instructor: Tony Walsh

This course is designed for people who already have completed both thebeginner’s and second course at the People’s College or who have theequivalent experience of Yoga.



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CONVERSATIONAL IRISHLecturer: Aonghus Ó Croídheáin

This course is geared towards those who have some Irish but would liketo increase their vocabulary and general knowledge of the language. Theemphasis will be on speaking Irish in class. Students will also learn somepoetry and song and will develop their comprehension through listeningto Irish speakers on tape. The class will continue in January 2014.

The course will be interactive and sociable.This is a 20 week course divided into two terms of 10 weeks each.


IRISH FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: Aonghus Ó Croídheáin

This is a complete Beginners Course suitable only for those who havenever done Irish. By the end of the course students will be able to hold abasic conversation. They will also learn some Irish songs, poetry andseanfhocail. The aim is to learn, in an enjoyable way, the rudiments of theIrish language and culture.

This is a 20 week course divided into two terms of 10 weeks each - it willcontinue in January 2014.


BASIC PHOTOGRAPHYLecturer: Paul Murray

This course concentrates primarily on the camera. It is aimed at those withlittle or no experience of Photography. This course has been developedover many years and aims to accommodate learners from absolutebeginners to advanced beginners. You will learn some technical stuffabout your camera and taking photographs – including composition &determining print size and how to decide when to take a photograph andwhen not. You don’t need a camera of a particular calibre to attend thecourse. After attending the course and assessing your interest inphotography, you may wish, with advice, to purchase a camera.

This is a 20 week course divided into two terms of 10 weeks each.

Time: 6.15 – 7.45 p.m. 10 classes Cost €70

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IRELAND AND EUROPE:CURRENT AFFAIRS, POLITICS AND THE ROLE OF THE CITIZENLecturer: Odran Reid, BA (Mod), H.Dip Ed, MSc Spatial Planning, MIED

This course is for those interested in understanding how current affairs andlocal, national and European government works. It will involve lectures,discussions and debate and visits to key institutions.

We will look at issues such as the economy, living with a recession, thereferendum process, the banks, crime, health, and transport. There will be afocus on the day-to-day breaking stories as well as looking at the structuresbehind the stories.

We will look at the governance structure in Ireland and the European Unionand examine what makes them act the way they do. How do we influencethem as a citizen? Current Affairs programmes and articles appear on a dailybasis – but what makes the story of the day?

In this short course we will look at the political system, political parties, themedia, PR and spin-doctors, examine how stories get legs and others fadeaway. This course will look at the EU’s historical evolution, some of the widepolicy areas that it addresses, and how Ireland and the citizen engage withthis complex entity.

It will also look at how Ireland copes with the EU/ECB/IMF bailout and itsrestrictions. It will discuss the issues that face Ireland, all of Europe and theworld as we try to move out of recession.

We will also look at the forthcoming set of referenda that are coming our wayincluding the abolition of Seanad Eireann. The class will look at theengagement of Civil Society and the role of the Constitutional Convention.

At the end of the course, you may not be an expert, but you will haveinformed opinions and a sense that there are many sides to the oneargument.

This course will continue in January.


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AMERICAN LITERATURE BETWEEN THE WARSTutor: Stephen O’Kane BA (Hons), DipM

This course aims to guide students through some classics of inter-warAmerican Literature. We will examine what these works tell us aboutAmerica and highlight the paradoxes and idiosyncrasies of Americansociety. We will discuss such themes as war, the changing role of women,corruption, politics, economics, class, racial discrimination, the AmericanDream, and the human condition.

The set texts are widely available, easy to read, and the subject of muchliterary criticism. The relaxed and friendly classes will consist of shortlectures, much class discussion and some close reading of passages tocompare, for example, writing styles and narrative technique. Acomprehensive introductory handout will be circulated at the beginning ofthe course and subsequent handouts will follow each week.

Set texts: The Great Gatsby (1925) by F. Scott FitzgeraldThe Sun Also Rises (a.k.a.Fiesta) (1926) by Ernest HemingwayThe Grapes of Wrath (1939) by John Steinbeck

Note: We will also study some poetry by Robert Frost and ambitiousstudents may wish to tackle The Sound and the Fury (1929) by WilliamFaulkner.


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SPANISH: SURVIVAL SKILLSLecturer: Marta Sanz Fernandez

This course is aimed at those students who wish to acquire a basicknowledge of the language for travelling or as a basic step in order toimmerse in a Spanish language country. It is designed to be very practical,dynamic, focusing on situations which may arise when in a Hispaniccountry. The contents of the programme may vary depending on therhythm of the class.

At the end of this course, you will

• Know present tense, numbers, some prepositions, the hour, parts of thebody, vocabulary of food, weather,

• be able to introduce yourself and others, to give personal informationwhen required, to express feelings and sickness, to exchangeinformation when travelling: in a hotel at the chemist and in arestaurant. How to request objects and favours and how to get to aplace. Also be able to fill forms with basic information and shortemails.

• Understand the familiar words and very basic phrases concerningmyself and immediate concrete surroundings when people speakslowly and clearly. Understand basic signs in airports, restaurants andmedicine leaflets.

The methodology is based on a communicative approach through tasks.There is a virtual classroom where you can catch up on missed classes andfind more material which encourage independent learning.


Time: 11a.m. – 12.30 p.m. 10 weeks Cost: €60

TUESDAY MORNING COURSE

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CONVERSATIONAL ITALIANLecturer: Salvo Cacciato Insilla

This course is designed as a continuation of our beginners 2 course or similar,with an emphasis on conversation skills. It is aimed at those who have a goodbasic grammar knowledge but do not feel comfortable at launching inconversations. The course is structured around some situation relatedscenarios and also makes use of listening comprehension activities. Studentswill be provided with the opportunity to improve their conversational skills.No text book is required as material will be provided.



GENEALOGY – Introduction to Researching Your Family Tree.Lecturer: Catherine Delaney, Diploma in Family History, MSc Hons.

This course provides a background to the resources available for tracing ourancestors. These include how to search the Census Records, Civil Records inthe General Records Office. Also included are the documents available in theNational Library, National Archives, Gilbert Library, and the InternetResources.

Time: 7.00 – 8.30 p.m. 10 weeks Cost: €70

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: Marta Sanz Fernandez

Level A1: This is a standard course for beginners who have little or noknowledge of the language. The content of the course programme servesonly as a guide, and may be adapted according to the rhythm of thecourse. It follows the European Framework for Languages curriculumAt the end of this course, you will • Know numbers, present tense, describe people and places, names of

clothes and food• be able to introduce yourself and use basic greetings and farewells, ask

after your interlocutor’s wellbeing and react to news. Speak aboutyourself, give information about personal characteristics and about

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people you know. Descriptions of towns and places, find out wherethings are located and ask for directions to a place. Speak in arestaurant. Speak in shops and describe a product

• Understand oral texts that are pronounced slowly and with pauses andwritten texts such as shop and supermarket signs.

General Information:The methodology is based on a communicative approach through tasks.There is a virtual classroom where you can catch up on missed classes andfind more material which encourage independent learning.



SPANISH BEGINNERS 2Lecturer: Marta Sanz Fernandez

Spanish Beginers 2 - Level A1.1

This course is targeted for those students who have a basic knowledge ofthe language and want to practise and continue with the language.

Students will be able to talk about daily activities, how to get to a place, talkabout experiences and abilities, in a restaurant, and talk about the past.

The contents of the course may be altered depending on the needs of theclass.

No book needed


YOGA FOR BEGINNERS (Men and Women)Instructor: Tony Walsh

Yoga is, in a sense, the fulfillment of human capacity. With Hatha Yoga wewill work the physical body towards the emergence of the new positivelife patterns. We will work on ridding the body of stress with exercises,postures, breathing and guided relaxation. Live with ease … not disease.Limited to 25 persons.

This course is designed for complete beginners.



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MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & RELAXATIONTutor: Tony Walsh

A 20-week course in guided relaxation and mindfulness meditation forhealth and well-being.

Suitable for beginners, this course also covers practical approaches for therelief of worry, stress and pain.

It will continue in the New Year.



INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING Lecturer: Susan Knight Ph.D.

This workshop is aimed primarily at people who want to write but don’tquite know how to get started. It will also be useful for people who havedone some writing already but who feel the need for the discipline of aclass, as well as feedback on their work.

There will be two terms of ten weeks each and participants can sign up toboth or to either the first or second part.

The first term will cover the basics of writing personal reminiscence,fiction and poetry, with class exercises providing a jump-start.Assignments will also be set and participants will be encouraged to readout their work. A guest lecturer will be invited to speak to the group

The second term’s work is described under the January courses.

At the end of the second term, a collection of writings will be produced inconjunction with the other Creative Writing classes and participants fromall groups will be encouraged to contribute to this.


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UNDERSTANDING IRISH WILDLIFE AND HABITATSCoordinator: Conn Flynn & guest speakers

This course will build a firm foundation of knowledge and an understandingof wildlife and habitats found in Ireland. The aim of the course is also toprovide the participants with the skills and techniques allowing them toconfidently and successfully identify the animals of Ireland. There will be tenindoor modules which will consist of slide presentations and activediscussions on a wide range of issues relating to Ireland’s wildlife. They willalso bring an understanding of the challenges that Irish wildlife and habitatsface from invasive species, agriculture and development. The modules will bedelivered in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere encouraging questions from theparticipants. The course is designed for the beginner and advanced alike.

Conn Flynn is the development and conservation officer with the Irish WildlifeTrust. Conn has appeared on TV3's morning show, RTE2’s 'Elev8' and 'The Zoo’.

A follow-on course will be organised in January subject to sufficient interest.


HILL-WALKINGFacilitator: Terry Lambert

Hilltop Treks Ltd in conjunction with The Peoples College is offeringIntroductory Hill Walking Courses. These courses include two eveningtheory sessions and four fully guided walks (Sundays), and are designedto teach beginners how to use a map and compass properly whilst out inthe hills. They also cover topics such as hill walking equipment, walkingsafety and much more. The two evening theory sessions will be onWednesday 2nd & 9th October. The walks will be on Sundays October 6th,13th, 20th and 27th. Don’t worry if you can’t make all the Sunday dates, I’msure we will cover plenty for you anyway.

Time: Wednesday 6.30 to 8pm. Sunday mornings – time to be arranged.

This class will require an enrolment of 24 to proceed at the present cost.

Time: Wednesdays 6.30 – 8.00 p.m. Cost: €95Sundays – Mornings – Times to be Arranged

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ITALIAN, INTERMEDIATELecturer: Salvo Cacciato Insilla

This course is intended for students who have acquired a good level ofunderstanding and who wish to further their knowledge of Italianlanguage and culture.

Open topics will be discussed with an accent on cultural themes as well askey grammar points.

By the end of the course, students will have learnt new communicativestructures of both spoken and written Italian, and developed a new anddeeper understanding of what being Italian and living in Italy means.


Time: 6.15 – 7.45pm 10 classes Cost: €60

FRENCH BEGINNERSLecturer: Laurence Devaux

This course is designed for people with NO previous knowledge ofFrench. It will start from the very beginning. The title of the book will beavailable at the first class.



FRENCH ELEMENTARYLecturer: Laurence Devaux

This course is aimed at those who have a little knowledge of French – whohave completed a beginner’s course and are familiar with the PresentTense and simple vocabulary. The title of the book will be available at thefirst class.


Time : 7.45 – 9.15 p.m. 10 classes Cost €60

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FRENCH INTERMEDIATE ILecturer: Julien Porzadny

This course is designed for people who have completed the People’sCollege Elementary course or those who have acquired basic spokenFrench. It will equip the student with new language skills required to copein France whether on business or holiday.

The course will be based on the book Grammaire progressive du français(600 exercices, intermédiaire) Nouvelle édition, by Maia Gregoire andOdile Thievenaz, Cle International, 15 Oct 2003.

The book is available at International Books, 18 South Frederick St., Dublin 2.However, it is NOT essential to have the book.



PILATES FOR ALLLecturer: Aideen Macken

The Pilates Method (sometimes simply Pilates) is a physical fitnesssystem that was developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates.

The program focuses on the core postural muscles that help keep the bodybalanced and are essential to providing support for the spine. Inparticular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of thespine, and strengthen the deep torso muscles, which are important to helpalleviate and prevent back pain.

This course is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experienceof pilates.

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat.

This class will continue in January 2014.

Time: 6.00 p.m. 10 weeks Cost: €95

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CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPLecturer: Valerie Sirr, B.A. Hons Psychology, M.Phil Creative Writing

This workshop is for those who want to discover and develop theircreative writing skills by exploring the imagination, overcoming fear,developing a writing habit and finding a voice. Trigger exercises andwriting games will be used and assignments will be set. Constructivefeedback will be given to those who bring work.


The first term will cover the basics of journal keeping, memoir, creativenon-fiction, poetry, fiction and drama (radio, screen, stage). Participantswill be encouraged to read out their work as a way of gaining confidencein their voice on the page. A guest lecturer will be invited to speak to thegroup.

The second term's work is described under the January courses.

At the end of the second term, a collection of writings will be produced inconjunction with the other creative writing classes and participants fromall groups will be encouraged to contribute to this.


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INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING Lecturer: Susan Knight Ph.D.

This workshop is aimed primarily at people who want to write but don’tquite know how to get started. It will also be useful for people who havedone some writing already but who feel the need for the discipline of aclass, as well as feedback on their work.


The first term will cover the basics of writing personal reminiscence,fiction and poetry, with class exercises providing a jump-start.Assignments will also be set and participants will be encouraged to readout their work. A guest lecturer will be invited to speak to the group.

The second term’s work is described under the January courses.

At the end of the second term, a collection of writings will be produced inconjunction with the other Creative Writing classes and participants fromall groups will be encouraged to contribute to this.

Time: 11.00 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. 10 classes Cost: €70

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GERMAN FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: t.b.c.

A new course in everyday German aimed at total Beginners.

This is a 20 week course divided into two terms of 10 weeks each

Time: 6.15 – 7.45 p.m. 10 classes €70

FRENCH INTERMEDIATE IILecturer: Julien Porzadny

This course is designed for people who have completed the People’sCollege Intermediate I course or those who have a good knowledge of thevarious past tenses, future and conditional tenses.

It will bring the student to a higher level of understanding and speakingmodern French. The course will be based on the book Grammaireprogressive du français (400 exercices, avancé), by Michèle Boulares andJean-Louis Frérot, Cle International, 8 mars 1999.

It is available at International Books, 18 South Frederick Street, Dublin 2.However, it is NOT essential to have the book.



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HISTORIC DUBLIN Lecturer: Lesley Gray M.A.

The aim of this exploratory course is to make Dublin’s rich and variedhistory more accessible to the participant.

We will explore the development of the city from a Viking settlement to amodern European city during the two ten week series of lectures. Whileit would not be possible to cover this subject in great depth, we will focuson key sites and events, and some of the characters which havesignificantly impacted on the landscape and social history of our capitalcity.

The course will encourage class led discussion, and provide guidance onthe research facilities available to the student and enthusiast of Dublin’shistory. We will examine some digital resources which are available tosupport study and exploration.

Time: 6.30 – 8.00 p.m. 10 classes €70

MUSIC APPRECIATION (Beginners)Lecturer: John Buckley, NT, MA. Ph.D. D Mus & Guest Lecturers

An easy introduction to pieces of popular classical music and theinstruments of the orchestra. The course will outline the development ofclassical music from plainchant to the late 20th century, examining themain features of each period.

Questions and discussion are encouraged.

No musical experience or ability, other than an interest in listening isrequired. The course will offer advice on how to start a good CD collectionof classical music.


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MUSIC APPRECIATION – A GUIDE TO LISTENINGLecturer: John Buckley, NT, MA. Ph.D. D Mus & Guest Lecturers

The Course will look in detail at the great masterpieces of classical music.Emphasis is laid on understanding, leading to a deeper appreciation andenjoyment. Composers and their music will be discussed in the generalhistorical and artistic context of their time with key works beingconsidered in detail. Questions and discussions are welcomed. No musicalexperience or ability other than an interest in listening is required.


SPANISH INTERMEDIATE (Level B1)Lecturer: Marta Sanz Fernández

This course is a standard course for intermediate learners. The content of thecourse programme serves only as a guide, and may be adapted according tothe rhythm of the course. It follows the European Framework for Languagescurriculum.

At the end of this course, you will • Know past tense, the use of adjectives, subjunctive vs indicative

• be able to recount events and experiences, current events, plots as alinear sequence of elements and with reasonable fluency. Narrate thedetails of unpredictable occurrences (surprises, accidents, etc.)Givesimple descriptions of feelings, wishes and reactions.

• Explain the main points of an idea or a problem, express feelings orthoughts with reasonable accuracy

• Understand the principal ideas of short, simple texts in a neutral register(personal and commercial letters, newspaper articles, lectures, radioreports, action movies, etc.), on everyday themes (work, travel, currentevents, etc.). Be able to deduce from the context the meaning ofunfamiliar words.



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TIN WHISTLE FOR BEGINNERSInstructor: Peter Phelan

These classes are designed for beginners and will cover all aspects oftraditional Irish music. The tin whistle is the generation “D” whistle.



TIN WHISTLE (INTERMEDIATE) Instructor: Peter Phelan

These classes will cover more advanced techniques in ornamentation andstyle. They would suit people who already possess a basic knowledge ofthe tin whistle.



INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKINGTutor: Colm Mc Glade B.Ed., ACG (Advanced Communicator Gold)

Many people feel uncomfortable when speaking or presenting in public,at meetings or at interviews. This course will help participants toovercome many of the common fears of presenting in public and todevelop the skills to speak with confidence in any situation. Areascovered include: How to control nervousness • How to make the best use of your voice •Non-verbal communication • How to structure a presentation • How tochoose appropriate words and language • How to handle a questionsand answers session • The use of humour etc. etc.

This is a practical course and participants will learn by doing, withguidance and feedback. This is a great opportunity to learn how to speakand present with flair and confidence, to become the bestspeaker/presenter you can be.

This class will continue in January 2014


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GUITAR FOR BEGINNERSTutor: Alan Grundy, M.A.(Mus), Hon. V.C.M., F.T.C.L., L.R.S.M., A.L.C.M.

This beginner’s course is designed to cater for guitar in general. Startingwith simple song accompaniments using strumming and finger-styletechniques, it will progress to solo guitar playing and reading music. Astrong emphasis is placed on the correct playing techniques as this willserve as a solid foundation for further study.

Note: Nylon string guitar is used for this course. Guitar may be purchasedat discount on advice from Alan Grundy.



GUITAR (INTERMEDIATE)Tutor: Alan Grundy, M.A.(Mus), Hon. V.C.M., F.T.C.L., L.R.S.M., A.L.C.M.

This course caters for those who have completed the beginner’s course orthose who have been playing the classical guitar for at least one year.Students taking this course must have knowledge of how to read musicfor the guitar.Students will be given an opportunity to study pieces for the TrinityCollege of Music (London) examination syllabus and they may sit for theexaminations at the end of term if they so wish.



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Commencing Saturday 5th October 2013

AVENUES INTO MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY ARTCourse Co-ordinated by Síle McNulty-Goodwin, Education Curator Lecturers: Various

This series of slide illustrated art history lectures and tours will explore thediverse range of influences, subject matter and artistic philosophiesfollowed by some of the most innovative artists and art movements fromthe 19th to the 20th centuries. Throughout the course, temporaryexhibitions such as The Lockout will be examined alongside works from thepermanent collection. This year sees a vibrant re-hang of the permanentcollection giving a stimulating opportunity to analysis new works. We arealso delighted to welcome back the Hugh Lane bequest paintings and willbe investigating the history behind them.

Venue: Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, Charlemont House, ParnellSquare North, Dublin 1

This class is limited to 50 participants

Time: 11.00 a.m. – Noon 20 classes Cost: €80

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JANUARY 2014Continued & Repeated Courses

ENROLMENTS for January 2014 Courses:n December 2013:

– Monday 9th to Monday 16th Evenings (except Friday). n January 2014:

Dates will be announced in December 2014.

Continuing

n The following classes will re-enroll for a further 10 classes: – Italian for Beginners – Irish Conversation & Beginners (continued) – Photography – Current affairs/Politics/European Union

n The following classes are 20-week classes and do not need to re-enroll:– Yoga II & III– Painting for Beginners & Painting Advanced

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n Yoga for Beginners is a 20-week class and does not need to re-enrol:

n Mindfulness is a 20-week course and does not need to re-enrol:

n The following classes will re-enroll for a further 10 classes: – Conversational Italian– Spanish for Beginners (Morning & Evening)– Introduction to Creative Writing (description below)

INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING (2)Lecturer: Susan Knight Ph D

This term’s work will reinforce the areas of poetry and prose covered inthe first session, and beginners will not be at a disadvantage if they havenot attended the first term. Additional topics to be covered will includewriting articles for magazines and playwriting. Once again, classexercises and home assignments will be used to help participants inapproaching their work. A guest lecturer will be invited to speak to thegroup.

At the end of the second term, a collection of writings will be produced inconjunction with the Thursday class, and participants from both groupswill be encouraged to contribute to this.

Time: 6.15 p.m. to 7.45 p.m. 10 classes €70

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TUESDAY 14th JANUARY 2014

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The following classes will re-enroll for a further 10 classes: n Wild-Lifen French and Italian classesn Creative Writing Workshop(2) (Description below)n Pilates

CREATIVE WRITING WORHSHOPLecturer: Valerie Sirr, B.A. Hons. Psychology, M.Phil Creative Writing

This term's work will build on the techniques of exploring theimagination, poetry, prose and drama covered in the first session, andbeginners will not be at a disadvantage if they have not attended the firstterm.

Further topics will include getting work ready for publication, writing formagazines and the Internet and digital marketing in the contemporarypublishing world. Continued feedback will be given to those who bringwork.

At the end of the second term, a collection of writings will be produced inconjunction with the Tuesday class and participants from both groups willbe encouraged to contribute to this.

A continuation class, also suitable for beginners.

Time: 6.15 – 7.45pm 10 classes Cost €70

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Repeats & Continuations

n The following classes will re-enrol for a further 10 classes: • Creative Writing – morning (see description for Tuesday class)• Historic Dublin• Spanish Intermediate• French Intermediate• Public Speaking/Communication Skills

n The following classes are 20-week classes and do not need to re-enroll:• Music Appreciation I & II• Guitar I & II• Tin Whistle I & II

Other new courses may be offered in January 2014

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