Courses and Workshops

Courses

English as a Second Language

Cost $15 per hour or equivalent volunteer commitment (based on 3 learners)

For learners with either very little or some English language skills.

3 Semesters per year at Community Learning Centre (2 days per week, 1 1/2 hours per class)
Semester 1 – mid-September to mid-December (30 hours)
Semester 2 – mid-January to one week before Easter (30 hours)
Semester 3 – one week after Easter to first week June (30 hours)

Face to face one to one classes can be arranged, if needed

Conversational French

$100 per semester (based on 8 learners) Face to Face or ZOOM based on learner

For beginner and intermediate learners very little French or with basic French speaking, listening, writing and reading skills.

3 Semesters per year at Community Learning Centre (Wednesdays 7pm to 8pm)
Semester 1 – mid-September to mid-December (10 hours)
Semester 2 – mid-January to one week before Easter (10 hours)
Semester 3 – one week after Easter to first week June (10 hours)

 

 

 

Conversational Spanish

$100 per semester (based on 8 learners) Face to Face or ZOOM based on learner

For beginner and intermediate learners very little Spanish or with basic Spanish speaking, listening, writing and reading skills.

3 Semesters per year at Community Learning Centre (Thursdays 7pm to 8pm)
Semester 1 – mid-September to mid-December (10 hours)
Semester 2 – mid-January to one week before Easter (10 hours)
Semester 3 – one week after Easter to first week June (10 hours)

Basic Computer Skills

$100 per course (based on 8 learners)

Module 1- Learn about computer/printer components, basic commands, keyboarding emailing (sending and receiving).

Module 2- Learn about creating Word documents and Internet access.

Community Learning Centre
Total 18 hours per module
Days and times to be determined by students’ availability

English Language Competency Preparation

(IELTS or CELPIP)

Cost $40 per hour or equivalent volunteer commitment

Do you need to write the General or Academic I.E.L.T.S. or CELPIP test?
If you need help to prepare to take the test, We can help!

Call Colleen or Mel at 780-623-2477for more information.

Community Learning Classroom

In the Community Learning classroom you will find:

  • A safe, welcoming and inclusive place to study and learn.
  • Large work tables and chairs.
  • Computers, learning software, printers, and photocopiers.
  • A wealth of creative learning ideas.
  • Large and small whiteboards and maps.
  • Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate.
  • A learning resources collection, which includes books, handouts, charts, audiovisual material, and other resources for both learners, tutors and instructors. Registered learners and tutors can borrow materials for as long as they are needed.

 

Workshops

Hello Freezer Workshops

Community Learning, along with Alberta Health and FCSS, is hosting a number of workshops that teach how to prepare freezer snacks and meals.

Each participant will get to take home 2 different freezer meals. Cost is $25 for a 3 hour session.

For more information or to register call
780-623-2477 or email llbpal@telusplanet.net
Presented by Community Learning, Alberta Health Services & FCSS

 

Writing Gymnastics for Reluctant Writer: 2023 Pilot Project

Anyone interested in next session starting in April please call 780-623-2477 to register

The Writing Pilot Project is for learners ages 9 – 12 who are struggling with expressive writing.
This program has been designed by qualified, experienced teachers who have based the
program on strategies and techniques using current best teaching practices. This is not a
“canned program” or “one size fits all”. The instructors work with each learner to help develop
confidence and skills using strategies that match the learner’s needs.

Meeting weekly by Zoom for ten weeks – January 16 – March 27, 2023. (No session on February 20 because of Family Day)

  • What is included?
    – Group instruction/work with maximum of five learners
    – One to one instruction/ work with each learner
    – One to one work with parent/grandparent/guardian on how to support the child’s
    writing using low stress, interesting ways to write and encourage writing at home
    Impact
  • Outcomes
     Learner’s writing skills will improve and so will their enjoyment of writing and learning.
     Writing is an essential skill necessary in daily life. This program will turn writing into a
    tedious task to an enjoyable skill.
     Parents, grandparents, or guardians will develop strategies to support the child’s writing
    skills.
     Families will have fun writing and learning together.
  • Dates/Times
    Group Sessions be from 4:00 – 4:45pm on Monday – Jan 16, Jan 30, Feb 13, March 6 and March 20
    Individual Conferences with learner and a separate time for parent/ grandparent/guardian will
    be scheduled during – Jan 23, Feb 6, Feb 27, Mar 13, Mar 27
  • Do you meet these requirements?
    – Must have access to Zoom
    – Learners must be between the ages of 9 – 12 years
    – Learners are expected to attend all sessions.
    – The cost for this pilot project is $275/learner.
  • If you would like more information or to register please Email: llbpal@telusplanet.net or phone 780 – 623-2477.
    Note: There are only 4 more spots available for this pilot. The spots will be filled on a first
    come first serve basis. To reserve a spot for the session starting on Monday, January 16, 2023 you must have fees paid in full.

(Register at llbpal@telusplanet.net or cenkner@gmail.com

or call 780-623-2477)

“Let’s Make A Deal”

English Conversation Class

  • A unique English course via ZOOM and in person in Lac La Biche
  • Open to adults wanting to improve their English presentation skills for work or upgrading
  •  A blend of Public Speaking and Language Study

Dates: Tuesday evenings 7:00pm to 8:30pm, January 17 to March 21,2023
Location: Community Learning 10040-102 Street Suite 101 (next to Mo’s Barber Shop)
Instructor: Michael Cenkner, professional English teacher
Cost: $150 for 10 weeks (pre-registration), $20 drop-in charge

Based on 6 learners
Offered by Michael Cenkner in partnership with Community Learning
Contact: cenkner@gmail.com

Journal Writing Alone Together Sessions

  • To Write and To Play With Words and Ideas,
  • To Express Ourselves in Artistic Ways
  • To Share Our Experiences with other Journallers.

Dates: Thursday afternoons 3:00pm to 4:30pm, January 25 to March 9, 2023
Location: Community Learning 10040-102 Street Suite 101 (next to Mo’s Barber Shop)
Instructor: Lenora LeMay, PhD
Hope-Focused Scholar/Practitioner
Cost: Leave a toonie for coffee/tea/treats

Possible Workshops after Easter

(If you are interested in any of these let us know at
llbpal@telusplanet.net or 780-623-2477)

Lateral Thinking Techniques

“Lateral thinking” means “outside-the-box” type thinking. Learn simple and fun techniques from Edward de Bono for coming up with new possibilities in all kinds of situations.
(3 sessions x 1.5 hours per session, $75 for the series, minimum 4
participants)

Writing for Pre-Upgrading or General Interest

Practice expressing yourself through writing personal response paragraphs.
This will be around a Grade 9 or 10 level.
(5 sessions x 1.5 hours per session, $100 for the series based on 4 learners)

Introduction to Improvisation in Music  “Jamming”

Learn how to improvise using chords, scales, and cadences/progressions.
This is suitable for any instrument. No experience required, but you will need access to an instrument (i.e. a piano keyboard) to practice. We will be jamming from Day 1.
(5 sessions x 1.5 hours per session, $100 for the series, maximum four participants)

 

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