Life stories (for people with learning difficulties)

Learn to share experiences with other people, using words, photography, digital video and personal objects. You will have a choice of giving a presentation to the group about yourself or about a famous
person. This is for you if you are ready to join in discussions, whether you are just starting to speak up, or are confident about it. You can achieve a qualification in Personal Progress (entry 1).
Units: Year 1: Speaking and listening; All about me; Reading. Year 2: Getting on with other people; Writing.

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Key course information

Dates
12/09/11 - 09/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
35 weeks

Time
13:30 - 15:30

Fees
Full fee: £62
Senior fee: £62
Concession: £52

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
SD143*

Availability
Contact department

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It may still be possible to enrol on this course - please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover missed content with you. Please be advised that the published course fees will apply.

Course outline

What is the course about?

Study the life stories of someone who has overcome great difficulties in their life and told their story
Discuss their words and experiences and the contribution they have made to society.
Share with the group aspects of your own story and produce a piece of work based on your life experience.
Develop research skills, listening skills, participate in discussions, watch video extracts and go on outside visits when relevant.
Share materials from your own life with the group: personal artefacts, objects, CDs, DVDs, photographs, video.
At the end of the course you will take home a DVD of your work in class.

What topics will we cover?

You can achieve a qualification in Personal Progress (Entry 1), consisting of the following units:
2010-11: Speaking and listening; All about me; Reading
2011-12: Getting on with other people; Writing
- we will produce a group presentation for the end of term Celebration
- students will work on a personal autobiographical project using writing and pictures.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Gain confidence in joining group discussion
- Improve speaking and listening skills
- Participate in a group project
- Produce a written or photographic record based around an aspect of your life
- Contribute to a class presentation.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is for you if you are ready to join in discussions, whether you are just starting to speak up, or are confident about it.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Group work
- pair work
- Practical exercises
- Question and answer sessions
- Recording what you have learned on paper or video, with support.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. Feedback from the tutor. Self assessment, supported by the tutor. Termly tutor reports. We will assess individual planned learning outcomes, and your personal goals, on Statements of Learning throughout the course.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses. Student feedback is encouraged throughout the course. All students have a personal tutor to whom they can give feedback about their courses. There will be an opportunity to evaluate your course at the end.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

- Advice on Progress courses and additional support for other City Lit courses is available
Monday, Tuesday and Friday 12.30 - 1.30pm.
- Please call the Progress office for more information on 020 7492 2586.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2586

progress@citylit.ac.uk

All Progress courses require a personal interview before enrolling. Please phone us or come to our advice sessions:

Monday, Tuesday and Friday 12.30-1.30pm (term-time only).

Contact us

Progress - courses for people with learning difficulties

Tel: 020 7492 2586

progress@citylit.ac.uk

All Progress courses require a personal interview before enrolling. Please phone us or come to our advice sessions:

Monday, Tuesday and Friday 12.30-1.30pm (term-time only).

Progress - courses for people with learning difficulties

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