people's college syllabus 2014 - 2015

PEOPLE’S COLLEGEAdult Education Association

FOUNDED 1948

SYLLABUS 2014-201531 PARNELL SQUARE, DUBLIN 1. TEL: 8735879

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AUTUMN 2014

Monday 8th to Thursday 11th September 2014Time 5.30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Monday 15th to Friday 19th &

Monday 22nd to Thursday 25th September 2014Time 12 noon 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 (68c.) to 31 Parnell

Square, Dublin 1.

AUTUMN TERM 2014WEEK COMMENCING Monday 6th OCTOBER 2014

SPRING TERM 2015WEEK COMMENCING 12th JANUARY 2015

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 1948-2014

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

Drama GroupFollowing the success of the The Percy French Show (See it on you tube) enthusiasm ishigh to pursue new and challenging ideas for the autumn and winter terms. Withhaving fun in a creative and supportive environment high on the agenda there may bea few places remaining for anyone who feels there's not enough drama in their lives.Led by playwright and actor Tom O'Brien, let treading the boards become a reality foryou by contacting the People's College Drama Group on 01 8735879

STUDENTS’ COMMITTEE PROJECTSThe Student Committee is elected every two years and organizes a range of activities forthe students as well as helping out with organization of the college. In addition to theusual events - the Christmas Party (Thursday 11th December this year) and the StudentsAnnual General Meeting. During 2014/2015 it will organize a range of educational,social and cultural activities throughout the year, including visits to sites and exhibitionsof topical interest and conferences and work-shops on key current issues.

The events organised during 2013/2014 included: a tour of Bully’s Acre, the oldestgraveyard in Dublin, a visit to the Dublin Tenement Experience (14 Henrietta Street), aNight of Song & Story to Commemorate the 1913 Lockout, a tour of the Smock AlleyTheatre a visit to the Viking Theatre in Clontarf and a Night of Word & Song with areading from Dermot Bolger, novelist and former student of the Peoples College andfinally a visit to the Collins Barracks - National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts &History. Details of future 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, which has 52members (30 female and 22 male), was founded in 1993 as part of the wider culturalprogramme of courses and subjects offered by the People's College. The members comefrom the greater Dublin region and the choir sings a wide range of musical styles; frommadrigals, spirituals, and traditional Irish airs to arrangements of modern popular songs.The choir generally performs at concerts and college social events and has participated infestivals both at home and abroad, having travelled to Denmark (2000), Italy (2004) andAustria (2008). The choir has taken part in exchanges with other choirs which brought it toSpain (2010) and France (2006 and 2013). While the ability to read music would be a definiteasset it is not by any means a requirement for membership of the choir; indeed, most of ourmembers do not read music. If you can sing and hold a tune that is all that is required - wewill teach you the rest! If you are interested in joining please contact the Musical Director,Paul Walsh (via the college) or turn up in advance at one of our rehearsals which are heldon Tuesday night at 8.30 pm in the Teacher's Club (Club na Múinteoirí), Parnell Square. Ourrehearsals resume on Tuesday 9th September 2014.

DEBATING SOCIETYDebating is a fun way to improve your communication and listening skills. We believein learning by participation but no pressure as we allow everyone to progress at theirown pace.

Listed below are some motions / clubs we debated with during 2013/2014: That Privacy is Obsolete (Busy Professionals Toastmasters, Paris)That Leaders are born and not made (Dublin Toastmasters)That Immigration Benefits Ireland (People’s College Current Affairs Class)

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That Leaders are born and not made (Dublin Toastmasters) That Dublin would be better served by a directly elected Lord Mayor

(Engineer’s Toastmasters, Dublin) That the citizens are well served by the institutes of the European Union

(People’s College Current Affairs Class)That Cannabis should be legalised (Bishopstown Toastmasters, Cork)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. 17th September 2014, 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, workshops and activities will be organized during the year on a varietyof topics of social, economic, trade union & historic interest. It is intended to organizea workshop or short course on Understanding Pension rights. Further information willbe available from the College office, the website and Facebook.

UNDERSTANDING NEW TECHNOLOGYDifficulty getting to grips with your Smart Phone? Want to know what’s an App andwhat it can do for you? How to get the most from your smart phone.... Understandingkey smart phone terminology, features and settings. Calls, messages, calendar, memos,push notifications, location services and updates. How to download and use Apps,using free Apps to save on call costs, Using the camera to its full capability.

We will be organizing shorter courses (4 weeks at 2 hours) from October.

If you are interested, let us know - by phone, letter or email!

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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: PageCREATIVE WRITING/INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 23CREATIVE WRITING/WORK-SHOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22CURRENT AFFAIRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11ECONOMICS/Political Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19FIRST AID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20FRENCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 24GENEALOGY /FAMILY TREE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16GERMAN, BEGINNERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15GUITAR (CLASSICAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28JAPANESE CULTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10HILL-WALKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21HISTORY/DUBLIN LOCAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25IRISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9ITALIAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 15, 16LITERATURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & RELAXATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 18MUSIC APPRECIATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 26PAINTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7PHOTOGRAPHY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10PILATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22POLITICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11PUBLIC SPEAKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 27SPANISH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14, 16, 17, 26TIN WHISTLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27WILDLIFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20YOGA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 13, 17

MORNING COURSES:ART APPRECIATION - Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28CREATIVE WRITING - Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23PUBLIC SPEAKING - Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19SPANISH - Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14YOGA for All - Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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List of Courses 2014/2015

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COMMENCING ON 6th OCTOBER 2014

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

Art is for everyone, for enjoyment and participation. This is an introductorycourse where students will explore a range of techniques with pencil,charcoal, graphite and acryllic paint. Through the medium of acrylic paintparticipants will learn the basics of still life, landscape and portrait painting.With a focus on observational skills and building confidence with materials,students will work towards developing their own style. No previouspainting experience is necessary. Students will require an A3 size sketch padof cartridge paper, drawing pencils and willow charcoal to begin. Paints andpaint brushes can be organised after the course begins. Elizabeth is a fulltime working artist and has exhibited widely.

This is a 20 week course divided into 2 terms of 10 weeks each.

Venue: Teachers Club, 37 Parnell Square.

Time: 6.30 to 8.00 p.m. 10 classes Cost: €60

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 ofthe 20 weeks we will cover landscape, still life, and portraiture, using asimple step by step approach. All instruction will be tailored to the needsand aspirations of the individual student and students will be encouragedto work on personal projects as soon as they wish. An informal friendlylearning environment, in which learning and relaxation 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 acrylic paints,some bristle brushes, an old plate to use as a palette, and a jam jar for water.

This is a 20 week course divided into 2 terms of 10 weeks each.

Venue: Parnell Adult Learning Centre, 1, Parnell Square (opp. GateTheatre, former VEC).

Time: 6.30 to 8.00 p.m. 10 classes Cost: €607

MONDAY EVENING COURSES

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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 Books

18 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. No book needed.This is a 20 week course divided into two terms of 10 weeks each.

Time: 6.00 – 7.30 p.m. 10 classes Cost: €60

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 oncultural themes as well as key grammar points. By the end of the course,students will have learnt new communicative structures of both spokenand written Italian, and developed a new and deeper understanding ofwhat being Italian and living in Italy means.

No particular text book will be required, materials will be provided.

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


MINDFULNESS FOR BEGINNERSTutor: 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.

Time: 5.30 p.m. (1 hour) 20 classes Cost: €90

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Monday Evening Courses

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


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 2015. 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 2015.


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PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: Paul Murray

Photography courses can sometimes be labelled beginners but lack theunderstanding and insight to those who need assistance while they trulygrapple with the fundamental functions of the camera. Lessons duringthis course have been developed over many years and aims toaccommodate learners from absolute beginners to advanced beginners.

Primarily, the aim of this course is to address early steps of camera workand downloading pictures to a Person Computer (PC). A full term consistsof 10 classes. Phone Paul / 086 054 2144.

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

AN INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE CULTURELecturer: Hiromi Anzai

This course is aimed at those who wish to acquire a basic knowledge ofJapanese culture. It will involve lectures, discussions, demonstrations anda visit to the Chester Beatty Library on a separate occasion.

You will learn a brief history of Japan and its customs. You will learndetails of the history of Japanese art. Japanese cuisine and food culturewill be explained. Japanese decorative arts including Kimono will belectured separately. There will be a lecture on Noh and Kabuki theatre.Origami (paper folding) and Furoshiki (traditional wrapping cloth) will bedemonstrated. The basics of the Japanese language will be taught. Therewill be a separate lecture about the Chester Beatty Library’s Japanesecollections.

At the end of the course, you may not be an expert, but you will havegained a better understanding of Japan and of Japanese culture.

The course methodology is not solely lectures but seeks a communicativeapproach. The students will be encouraged to ask any questions duringlectures and presentations. It is proposed that slide shows and somevideos will be shown during the course.

Time: 8.00 p.m. (1 hour) 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.

The class will look at the engagement of Civil Society and the role of theConstitutional 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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ENGLISH LITERATURE:FOUR DYSTOPIAN NOVELS – UTOPIAS AND DYSTOPIASTutor: Stephen O’Kane BA (Hons), DipM

In 1516 Sir Thomas More wrote a great work called Utopia about abeautiful nowhere land. He invented the word, taking the root of threeGreek words for ‘good’, ‘no’ and ‘place’ and combining them to form anew word giving the idea of a place or state of perfection which doesn’tactually exist.

In 1868 John Stuart Mill coined the word dystopia as the antithesis ofMore’s paradise, literally ‘a bad place’. Today the term ‘dystopian’ is oftenused to label a whole genre of literary and cinematic works which extendsome dangerous aspect of today’s society to its unacceptable, naturalconclusion. Oceania in Orwell’s 1984 and the Earth in the movie Planet ofthe Apes (1968) - based on Pierre Boule’s novel Monkey Planet (1963) - areperfect examples of dystopias.

Dystopian novels are reactions to, and criticisms of, contemporary socialstructures and trends and they are, therefore, not really about tomorrow,but about today. We will look at how society is portrayed in fourdystopian novels. Interestingly, all four novels end with open-endedconclusions and a feeling of incompleteness. Each author leaves the readerto imagine their own ending and interpret the meaning of the novel forthemselves. Resolution is not always a feature of the dystopian novel.

The set textsOnce again our course involves exploring a subject through the mediumof some great and timeless classic novels. They are

Hard Times by Charles DickensThe Time Machine by H. G. WellsBrave New World by Aldous HuxleyThe Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

Dystopian stories hold a curious fascination for the modern imaginationand we will be discussing this fascination in class.


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HATHA YOGAInstructor: Tony Walsh

The fulfillment of human capacity, Yoga gently works towards theemergence of new positive life patterns so we can face life and itschallenges with a greater sense of confidence, courage and vitality.Promoting health and longevity through exercises, postures, breathingand guided relaxation Yoga simply dissolves blockages and stress.Students are encouraged to practice at their own pace, not working forYoga rather letting Yoga work for them. All are welcome but the emphasiswill be on supporting Beginners.Venue: Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1.

Time: 11.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. 20 classes Cost: €90

SPANISH FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: Marta Sanz Fernandez

11.00-12,30: Spanish beginners (A1.1). This course is aimed at thosestudents who want to start learning the language. We will cover: talkingabout yourself: giving your name, profession, likes, talking about yourcountry, In a shop.At the end of the course you will be able to:• understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic

phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.• introduce yourself and others and ask and answer questions about

personal details such as where you live, people you know and thingsyou have.

• interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly andclearly and is prepared to help.

No book needed– The contents of the course may be altered depending on the needs of

the class– The methodology is based on a communicative approach through

tasks.– There is a virtual classroom where you can catch -up missing classes,

find more materials which encourage independent learning.

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

TUESDAY MORNING COURSES

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Tuesday Morning Courses

SPANISH BEGINNERS 2 (A1.2)Lecturer: Marta Sanz Fernandez

This course is aimed at those students who has done some Spanish before.We will cover: talking about yourself, your daily activities, food andrestaurant, how to get to a place, talking about skills and abilities, talkingabout experiences.

At the end of the course you will be able to• understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic

phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.• introduce yourself and others and can ask and answer questions about

personal details such as where you live, people you know and thingsyou have.

• interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly andclearly and is prepared to help.


the class– The methodology is based on a communicative approach through



Time: 12.30 – 2.00 p.m. 10 weeks Cost: €60

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GERMAN FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: Judith Spolenak

A new course in everyday German aimed at total Beginners.

This course is aimed at students who wish to aquire a basic knowledge of thelanguage and to acquire basic conversation skills. At the end of the course youwill be able to:

• Introduce and describe yourself and others• Introduction to German Culture• Know numbers and form simple sentences in the present tense• Food and Drink: Talk about likes and dislikes• Order food in a restaurant, understand the menu and describe food• Shopping: Ask for Information,prices, describe clothing, ask for assistence• Talk about hobbys, work and things you like doing using modal verbs• Locate things and ask for directions• Give suggestions and ask for advice using the Imperative• Talk about the Time, Days of the week, Dates, Make appointments

This course does not require any previous knowledge. It will start at the verybeginning.



CONVERSATIONAL ITALIANLecturer: Salvo Cacciato Insilla/Silvia Gemma

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.



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ITALIAN, BEGINNERS II Lecturer: Salvo Cacciato/Silvia Gemma

This class is for those who have previously attended the People’s CollegeBeginners course or any similar beginners’ course, and wish to continueper fect ing their basic knowledge of Italian. The aim is to deepenvocabulary and acquire some new grammar structures. Some time will bededicated to open discussion of topics related to Italian culture, history,and way of life that will enable students to have a better understanding ofthe background of the language.This is a 20 week course divided into two terms of 10 weeks each.


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 tracingour ancestors. These include how to search the Census Records, CivilRecords in the General Records Office. Also included are the documentsavailable in the National Library, National Archives, Gilbert Library, andthe Internet Resources.


SPANISH FOR BEGINNERSLecturer: Marta Sanz Fernandez

Spanish beginners (A1.1). This course is aimed at those students who wantto start learning the language. We will cover: talking about yourself:giving your name, profession,likes, talking about your country, In a shop.At the end of the course you will be able to:• understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic

phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.• introduce yourself and others and ask and answer questions about personal

details such as where you live, people you know and things you have.• interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and

clearly and is prepared to help.NO BOOK NECESSARY– The contents of the course may be altered depending on the needs of the class.– The methodology is based on a communicative approach through tasks.– There is a virtual classroom where you can catch -up missing classes,




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Tuesday Evening Courses

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SPANISH BEGINNERS 2 (A1.2)Lecturer: Marta Sanz Fernandez

This course is aimed at those students who has done some Spanish before. Wewill cover: talking about yourself, your daily activities, food and restaurant,how to get to a place, talking about skills and abilities, talking aboutexperiences.At the end of the course you will be able to• understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases

aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.• introduce yourself and others and can ask and answer questions about

personal details such as where you live, people you know and things youhave.

• interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearlyand is prepared to help.

No book needed– The contents of the course may be altered depending on the needs of the

class– The methodology is based on a communicative approach through tasks.– There is a virtual classroom where you can catch -up missing classes, find

more materials which encourage independent learning.


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

The fulfillment of human capacity, Yoga gently works towards theemergence of new positive life patterns so we can face life and itschallenges with a greater sense of confidence, courage and vitality.

Promoting health and longevity through exercises, postures, breathingand guided relaxation Yoga simply dissolves blockages and stress.Students are encouraged to practice at their own pace, not working forYoga rather letting Yoga work for them.

This course is designed for complete beginners.

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


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MINDFULNESS, MEDITATION & RELAXATION – LEVEL 2 Tutor: Tony Walsh

A 20 week course deepening the understanding and practices from Level1 and also building on the confidence, kindness and clarity of mind thatwill naturally unfold through ongoing mindfulness practice.

This course is aimed at those who have completed the previous course atthe College or a similar one else where or who have experience ofMindfulness but not suitable for Beginners.



CREATIVE WRITING, Introduction 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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PUBLIC SPEAKING/PRESENTATION SKILLSTutor: Colm Mc Glade B.Ed., ACG (Advanced Communicator Gold)

Many people feel uncomfortable when speaking or presenting in public, atmeetings or at interviews. This course will help participants to over comemany of the common fears of presenting in public and to develop the skills tospeak with confidence in any situation. Areas covered include:

• How to control nervousness

• How to make the best use of your voice

• Non-verbal communication

• How to structure a presentation

• How to choose appropriate words and language

• How to handle a questions and 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 best speaker/presenter you can be.

This class will continue in January 2015.


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WEDNESDAY MORNING COURSE

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BASIC EMERGENCY CARE FIRST AID TRAINING COURSEInstructor: provided by Order of Malta

This first aid training course is designed for those who have an interest inlearning first aid.

Topics Covered in the Basic Emergency Care First Aid Training Course Include:• Life threatening conditions • Burns & scalds• Heart Attack & Cardiac Arrest • Injuries to bones, joints & • Major bleeding soft tissues• Conditions affecting Breathing • Unconsciousness

There will be 6 modules of 2 hours each sessions and participants whocomplete the course will receive the Order of Malta Basic First AidCertificate Valid for 2 years.

Venue: 31, Parnell Square.


UNDERSTANDING IRISH WILDLIFE AND HABITATS

Coordinator: 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.


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WEDNESDAY EVENING COURSES

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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 1st & 8th October. The walks will be on Sundays October 5th,12th, 19th and 26th. Don’t worry if you can’t make all the Sunday dates,I’m sure 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

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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PILATES FOR ALLLecturer: Brid Clancy

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.


Time: 6.00 p.m. 10 weeks Cost: €95

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, creative non-fiction, poetry, fiction and drama (radio, screen, stage). Participants will beencouraged to read out their work as a way of gaining confidence in theirvoice on the page. A guest lecturer will be invited to speak to the group.

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COMMENCING ON 9th OCTOBER 2014INTRODUCTION 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.



INTRODUCTION TO THE IRISH ECONOMY AND ITS POLITICAL ECONOMYPrincipal Lecturers: Dr. Tom McDonnell and Dr. Micheál Collins

This is a ten week course and will be given by a number of professionaleconomists and social scientists with experience in teaching the subject.

It is intended for those interested in understanding how the Irish economyworks and the key decisions that have shaped the economy. It will involvelectures, discussions and debates.

We will look at a range of topics on the Irish economy such as thedevelopment of the Irish economy in the 20th century, supply anddemand, the labour market, an overview of the Northern Irelandeconomy, fiscal policy, wealth and income inequality, theories on politicaleconomy and the role of the state and public policy options from aneconomist’s perspective.

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We will also discuss a number of case studies including:

• The budget and the role of special interests• The causes and consequences of the economic crash• The post 2008 response to the economic crash and depression

economics

By the end of the course you will have informed opinions on the Irisheconomy and will be able to engage with the economic debates of the day.

Time: 6.15 (1 hour) 10 classes €60

FRENCH INTERMEDIATE IILecturer: Severine De Malingreau

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 thestudent to a higher level of understanding and speaking modern French.The course will be based on the book Grammaire progressive du français(400 exercices, avancé), by Michèle Boulares and Jean-Louis Frérot , CleInternational, 8 mars 1999. It is available at International Books, 18 SouthFrederick Street, Dublin 2. However, it is NOT essential to have the book.



FRENCH INTERMEDIATE ILecturer: Severine De Malingreau

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 thebook Grammaire progressive du français (600 exercices, intermédiaire)Nouvelle édition, by Maia Gregoire and Odile Thievenaz, Cle International,15 Oct 2003.

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



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THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF DUBLINLecturer: Lesley Gray M.A.

This course is designed to provide a broad overview of the historicaldevelopment of Dublin from Gaelic origins to the early 20th century. Theaim is give overall picture of the ways in which the material developmentof the city has been shaped by historical forces, events and movements.Great cities such as Dublin are the result of complex interplay betweenenvironmental conditions, politics, economy and culture. Our objectivewill be to explore the ways in which these different forces shaped the citythat we see today, its streets and buildings but also its institutions andpeople.

Contemporary maps will be used to explore the city, and we will examinea range of digital resources available to support the exploration of the city.The aim is to come to know and appreciate Dublin as a historic urban site,and to understand the expansion of Dublin through the centuries.

Time: 6.15 – 7.45 p.m. 10 classes €70

MUSIC APPRECIATION (Beginners)Lecturer: John Buckley, NT, MA. Ph.D. D Mus & Roisin Nic Athlaoich

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 & Roisin Nic Athlaoich

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 aimed at those students who can manage with fluency inSpanish. They can relate stories in the past and give opinion. We will cover:talking about objects and their usefulness, talking about news in news -papers, giving advice and expressing wishes.

At the end of this course, you will • understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters

regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc• deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where

the language is spoken.• produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal

interest• describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and

briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.


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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.



PUBLIC SPEAKING/PRESENTATION SKILLSTutor: 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.



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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. Starting with simplesong accompaniments using strumming and finger-style techniques, it will progressto solo guitar playing and reading music. A strong emphasis is placed on the correctplaying techniques as this will serve as a solid foundation for further study.Note: Nylon string guitar is used for this course. Guitar may be purchased atdiscount on advice from Alan Grundy.Venue: Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1.


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 or those whohave been playing the classical guitar for at least one year. Students taking this coursemust have knowledge of how to read music for the guitar.Students will be given an opportunity to study pieces for the Trinity College of Music(London) examination syllabus and they may sit for the examinations at the end ofterm if they so wish.Venue: Teachers’ Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin 1.


Commencing Saturday 4th October 2014AVENUES 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 the diverserange of influences, subject matter and artistic philosophies followed by some of themost innovative artists and art movements from the 19th to the 20th centuries.Throughout the course, temporary exhibitions such as Efforts and Ideals: First World WarPrints from the Permanent Collection; Phoenix Rising: Art and Civic Imagination; Hugh Lane:A Living Legacy will be examined alongside works from the permanent collection. Thisyear sees a vibrant re-hang of the permanent collection giving a stimulatingopportunity to analyse new works. We are also delighted to welcome back the HughLane bequest paintings and will be investigating the history behind them.Venue: Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, Charlemont House, Parnell SquareNorth, Dublin 1.

This class is limited to 50 participants

Time: 11.00 a.m. – Noon 20 classes Cost: €90

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JANUARY 2015Continued & Repeated Courses

ENROLMENTS for January 2015 Courses:n December 2014:

– Monday 8th to Monday 15th Evenings (except Friday). n January 2015:

Dates will be announced in December 2014.

Continuingn The following classes will re-enroll for a further 10 classes:

– Italian for Beginners & Intermediate– Irish Conversation & Beginners (continued) – Photography– Current affairs/Politics/European Union– Literature Appreciation– Painting for Beginners & Painting Level 2

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

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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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 Public Speaking (morning)

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

This term's work will build on the techniques of exploring the imagination,poetry, prose and drama covered in the first session, and beginners will not beat a disadvantage if they have not attended the first term.

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 bring work.

A continuation class, also suitable for beginners.

Time: 6.15 – 7.45pm 10 classes Cost €70

Repeats & Continuationsn The following classes will re-enrol for a further 10 classes:

• Creative Writing – (Morning• Historic Dublin• Spanish Intermediate• French Intermediate I & II• 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 2015

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